Software Engineer

Red Hat

. Design, develop, test, and collaborate with contributors worldwide on PKI product functionalities .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeLowell • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,940 - $177,280 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Java and Rust programming, with a strong focus on PKI solutions, cryptography, and system security. Proficient in Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices, ensuring high-quality software delivery.

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Java ProgrammingRust ProgrammingPKI Solutions DevelopmentAgile Development MethodologiesLinux Operating System Knowledge

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Hard Skills

PKICryptographySoftware TestingCI/CDDefensive ProgrammingScripting LanguagesAI AgentsHybrid Cloud SystemsPackage MaintenanceAutonomous Agentic Software

Soft Skills

Good Written CommunicationGood Verbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

JIRAOpenShiftAWSMicrosoft AzureFedoraRHEL

Industry Keywords

Software SecurityDevelopment CycleCollaborationTesting FrameworksHybrid Work

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudJavaLinuxOpenShiftPythonRust

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, test, and collaborate with contributors worldwide on PKI product functionalities
Develop high-quality PKI solutions
Own code quality and contribute to testing frameworks
Participate in the full development cycle, from requirements gathering and scoping through source code development, testing, and verification
Practice defensive programming to deliver stable, high-quality software for Red Hat customers and upstream communities
Communicate and collaborate with developers and teams inside and outside Red Hat

Requirements

What you’ll need

Java and/or Rust programming experience; professional or academic experience is required
Ability to work Hybrid in Lowell, Massachusetts
Knowledge of Linux operating system and its development tools; any distribution is OK
Experience with PKI, cryptography, and general system and software security technologies
Experience using AI agents to accelerate development efforts
Good written and verbal communication in English
Experience with an autonomous agentic software defined lifecycle is a plus
Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, JIRA) is a plus
Experience with Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages is a plus
Experience with software testing, CI/CD, and related frameworks is a plus
Experience with package maintenance on Fedora/RHEL is a plus
Experience with hybrid cloud systems or frameworks (e.g., OpenShift, AWS, Microsoft Azure) is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
Retirement 401(k) with employer match
Paid time off and holidays
Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Family planning reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Transportation expense account
Employee assistance program