Sr. Software Engineer

Mitek (NASDAQ: MITK) is a global leader in digital & biometric identity authentication, fraud prevention, and mobile deposit solutions. Our verified identity platform and advanced image capture solutions are built on the latest advancements in biometric recognition, artificial intelligence, computer vision and machine learning, and trusted by over 7,500 organizations worldwide. We are headquartered in San Diego, California, with operations in the United Kingdom, Spain, France, Mexico, and the Netherlands. Visit us at www.miteksystems.com.

At Mitek, we believe that teams are more resilient, effective, and innovative when they benefit from a wide range of ideas, lived experiences, and perspectives. The strength of our organization is deeply rooted in the people who power it.​

We know that a workforce reflecting the richness of our communities and customers helps us better serve their needs. These lived experiences influence our decisions, shape our products, services, and help us grow with intention. When it comes to talent, our goal is clear: to discover exceptional individuals and to ensure they discover us. We prioritize drive, skill, experience, and ambition in everything we do for our clients.

We are Virtual 1st! Whether you choose to work remotely from your home office or in-person from one of Mitek’s offices, our practices, processes and tools are designed to enable your success. At Mitek, the Future of Work is about flexibility and preference wherever and whenever we are working.

At Mitek, we’re a global leader in digital identity verification and mobile image capture technologies. Our mission? To empower trust in a digital world — helping millions of people safely open bank accounts, deposit checks, and verify their identities online.

We’re a diverse, curious, and collaborative team of engineers, product thinkers, and innovators who are passionate about building technology that makes a real impact.

Now we’re looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer (C++ / GoLang Cloud) to join our growing Engineering team in Spain.

What You Will Do (Essential Responsibilities):

• Design and deliver production-ready APIs using a serverless / microservices architecture built in GoLang and deployed to AWS.
• Integrate C++ R&D features into Mitek’s SDKs across multiple platforms.
• Collaborate with CloudOps, AppOps, Product Managers, and QA to define, build, deploy, and maintain robust cloud and SDK products.
• Write and automate unit, integration, and performance tests for high-quality, repeatable delivery.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement within the team.

Who You Are (Soft Skills/Attributes):

• Analytical, creative, and innovative. You eagerly try new things and learn from your experiences.
• Logical and creative problem-solver with the ability to summarize issues and effectively.
• Excellent time manager, with the ability to efficiently shift priorities.
• Clear and concise communicator. You effectively set expectations and raise issues as needed.
• Strong team player with a positive attitude and ability to adapt to changes.
• Demonstrate ability to work with ambiguous requirements, adapt, and learn.
• Knowledgeable with broad technical experience in all design phases; occasionally mentor more junior engineers.
• Competent in programming and debugging across multiple modules and dealing with related external dependencies.
• Willing to learn and adapt to new technologies.

What You Bring (Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong hands-on programming skills in C++ and GoLang.
• Experience in cross-platform development (Linux/Windows).
• Experience building and deploying to AWS (serverless, microservices).
• Strong knowledge of Docker, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, TeamCity), and automated testing.
• Proficiency with Git or similar version control systems.
• Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written).

What Would be Nice (Preferred Skills & Experience):

• Some programming experience implementing production systems in Golang.
• Experience with AWS services and technologies such as: ECS, EKS, S3, Lambda, KMS, API Gateway
• Experience with cloud provisioning with infrastructure as code using CloudFormation, Terraform, and/or AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK).
• Database development experience (e.g., MongoDB, DocumentDB, DynamoDB, RDS).
• JavaScript front-end SPA frameworks (React/Redux).
• Npm or similar package manager.
• Java, Bash scripting, Groovy, and Python programming languages.
• Experience with gRPC and Protocol Buffers.
• Experience with image processing.
• Understanding of machine learning principles and architectures.
• Experience developing systems based on user stories.

What We Offer

• Work with a global leader in Digital Identity and Fraud prevention.
• Build products that power secure, seamless digital experiences.
• High-impact role in a fast-growing market.
• Excellent working atmosphere and great culture.
• 100% remote-friendly (with optional work from our Barcelona office in Sant Cugat).
• Work with a diverse global team passionate about technology and impact..
• Continuous learning and growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation, perks and benefits.