Senior Software Engineer, Secure Policy

Docker Inc.

Job Overview

Location

Seattle, WA

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As a Senior Software Engineer on Docker’s Supply Chain Security team, you will play a pivotal role in securing the modern software supply chain by building and scaling secure, developer-first solutions that protect container images from development through production. Your work will directly impact how millions of developers worldwide build, share, and run applications with confidence, ensuring integrity, compliance, and trust in the Docker ecosystem.
• You will design, develop, deploy, and monitor microservices and serverless components on AWS, focusing on high-performance, secure delivery of container images and metadata. This includes building and improving automation tooling using GitHub Actions, Argo CD, and Grafana dashboards, while enforcing security and compliance policies across CI/CD pipelines to safeguard the software supply chain.
• You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to evolve Docker’s registry and SaaS offerings, taking collective ownership of the security posture and developer experience for secure container images. Participation in on-call rotations will require you to respond to incidents, debug production issues, and drive continuous improvements in system reliability and resilience.
• Docker’s remote-first culture spans the globe, with hubs in Seattle and Paris, uniting over 20 million monthly users and 20 billion image pulls through a shared passion for innovation and exceptional developer experiences. Joining this team means contributing to a mission-driven organization that is redefining how software is built, secured, and delivered at scale.
• In this role, you will deepen your expertise in cloud-native infrastructure, security automation, and policy enforcement frameworks such as SLSA, SOC 2, and FedRAMP. You’ll gain hands-on experience shaping product direction, influencing cross-team initiatives, and advancing your technical leadership in a high-impact, fast-growing environment where your contributions directly strengthen the security and reliability of modern software delivery.

🎯 Requirements

• 6+ years of experience building, deploying, and monitoring microservices on cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
• Proficiency in modern programming languages, with primary use of Go
• Strong grasp of software engineering best practices including code review, source control, CI/CD, and testing
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Bonus: hands-on experience in infrastructure security, policy enforcement, or compliance frameworks (e.g., SLSA, SOC 2, FedRAMP)

🏖️ Benefits

• Freedom & flexibility; fit your work around your life
• Designated quarterly Whaleness Days plus end of year Whaleness break
• Home office setup stipend to ensure comfort while working remotely
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• Technology stipend equivalent to $100 net/month
• Training stipend for conferences, courses, and classes
• Equity participation in a growing startup
• Docker swag and medical benefits (varies by country)
• Remote-first culture with offices in Seattle and Paris

Skills & Technologies

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

GitHub

Senior

Remote

Degree Required

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About Docker Inc.

Docker Inc. provides an open platform for developing, shipping, and running applications inside lightweight containers. Its tools package software and dependencies into portable units that run consistently across environments, accelerating DevOps workflows and cloud-native development. The company offers Docker Desktop, Hub, and subscription services that integrate with CI/CD pipelines and orchestration platforms, enabling teams to build, share, and deploy microservices at scale while maintaining security and governance policies.

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