Location: Flexible (Office / Remote / Hybrid / EU-based preferred)&##127970; Type: Full-time | Early-stage team | Equity available
&##AI agents, ephemeral cloud services, and machine-to-machine interactions are breaking traditional access control models. We combine identity metadata, access graphs, and real-time risk scoring to enforce least-privilege access at scale. Our backend stack is designed to evaluate and authorize actions in milliseconds, integrating with identity providers, cloud services, and enterprise environments — all while remaining compliant with NIS2, DORA, and GDPR.
&##We’re looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to architect and scale our access decision engine, integrate external identity providers, and build our authorization graph infrastructure. Build and maintain a scalable, testable, and extensible backend using TypeScript and Bun.js in a modern, modular codebase.
~ Google Drive, Microsoft 365, SharePoint ) to support federated data access and identity mapping.
~ Support the secure processing of regulated data, including NHI (National Health Identifiers) and PHI (Protected Health Information), with strong focus on data protection and compliance.
✅ 3–5 years of backend development experience, with a strong foundation in TypeScript and familiarity with Bun.js or Node.Open-mindedness to work with Python when needed — e.g., Prior experience handling regulated data types (e.g., NHI, PHI, PII) and meeting compliance standards (e.g., Python experience (scripts, services, or integrations) alongside your TypeScript expertise.
~ First experience contributing to AI-enabled cybersecurity products, such as anomaly detection or behavior-based access logic.
✨ Remote-first culture, async collaboration, strong documentation.
Benefits
Early-stage equity — meaningful ownership in a fast-growing deeptech startup.
Tech gear — budget to set up your ideal remote workspace.
Learning & development budget — for conferences, certifications, or online courses (e.g., AI, cybersecurity, product leadership).
Health or transport stipend — monthly allowance for your fitness or public transport.
&##We (founders & team) review it directly — not an algorithm.
# Intro Call: Let's get to know each other and discuss any initial questions and expectations from your side (timeline, location, salary etc.).
# Team Chat: A 20–30 min conversation (core team member) to learn more about you, your goals, and what you’re looking for in your next role.
# Final Chat with a Founder: We align on values, expectations, and what success looks like — then move fast if it’s a fit.
&##Send your resume or GitHub/LinkedIn profile to hiring@cyberdesk.app or apply directly via LinkedIn. Bonus: Tell us your favorite access control model — and why it works (or doesn’t) at scale.