Senior Software Engineer

As a Senior Software Engineer at Tenable, your key responsibilities include designing, developing, troubleshooting, and debugging software programs for enhancements and new products. You will write code using java-based programming languages like Scala and Kotlin, develop tools in support of designs, and analyze software to ensure peak performance.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer role at Tenable, you should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field, along with five years of relevant work experience. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in a related field with three years of experience will also be accepted.

Yes, the Senior Software Engineer position at Tenable is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the United States. We believe in creating a flexible work environment that fosters productivity and collaboration among our team members.

In the Senior Software Engineer role at Tenable, you will primarily be utilizing java-based programming languages such as Scala and Kotlin. You’ll also be responsible for enhancing cloud-based software solutions, making your work critical in managing cyber exposure.

The salary for the Senior Software Engineer position at Tenable ranges from $178,963 to $204,500 per year. This competitive compensation reflects our commitment to attracting top talent in the cybersecurity industry.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you utilized Java, Scala, or Kotlin. Discuss the challenges you faced, the solutions you implemented, and the impact these languages had on the project's success.

Provide a structured approach to debugging. Describe your method for isolating issues, using tools for tracing, and how you document these processes to improve efficiency. Emphasize teamwork and collaboration in solving complex problems.

Detail your collaborative approach, including your techniques for achieving group consensus on designs and your experience with agile methodologies. Explain how you manage feedback and contributed to enhancing overall project goals.

Discuss your experience with tools like Git for version control and JIRA or Trello for project management. Explain how these tools have helped streamline your workflow and maintain code integrity throughout development.

Share your practices for staying informed, such as attending conferences, participating in webinars, or being part of professional communities. Explain how you integrate new knowledge into your work processes to enhance your contributions.

Select a project that showcases your technical skills and problem-solving abilities. Describe your contribution, the challenges faced, how you overcame them, and the overall results to reinforce your suitability for the Senior Software Engineer role.

Outline your strategies for time management and task prioritization. Discuss your methods for assessing project requirements and tackling the most pressing issues first while ensuring quality in your work.

Talk about your experience with Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall methodologies. Highlight how you’ve successfully implemented these methodologies to deliver projects efficiently and effectively in past roles.

Explain your practices for implementing testing protocols, performance monitoring, and proactive debugging. Mention tools or techniques you rely on to maintain high standards in the software development lifecycle.

Reflect on Tenable’s mission and values, showing your alignment with the company's goals in enhancing cybersecurity. Communicate your enthusiasm for contributing to a team committed to making a significant impact in the industry.