Detection Software Engineer
WizTel AvivPosted 27 February 2026
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<div class="content-intro"><p class="x_MsoNormal FluidPluginCopy"><span class="ContentPasted0">Come join the company that is reinventing cloud security and empowering businesses to thrive in the cloud. As the <a href="https://www.wiz.io/blog/100m-arr-in-18-months-wiz-becomes-the-fastest-growing-software-company-ever" target="_blank">fastest-growing startup ever,</a> </span><span class="ContentPasted0">Wiz is on a mission to help organizations secure cloud environments that will accelerate their businesses. Trusted by security teams all over the world, we have a proven<span class="ContentPasted0"> </span><a class="ContentPasted0" href="https://www.g2.com/products/wiz-wiz/reviews" target="_blank" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-safelink="true" data-linkindex="1">track record of success</a><span class="ContentPasted0"> </span>and a culture that values world-class talent. </span></p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal FluidPluginCopy"><span class="ContentPasted0">Our Wizards from over 20 countries work together to protect the infrastructure of our hundreds of customers, including over 50% of the Fortune 100, who trust us to scan and secure over 230 billion files daily. We’re the leading player in a massive and growing market, but it’s still early enough for you to make a significant impact. At Wiz, you’ll have the freedom to think creatively, dream big, and use your full range of skills to contribute to our record growth. Come join our team and help us create secure cloud environments that allow the best companies to move faster. </span></p></div><p><strong>SUMMARY</strong></p>
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<p data-path-to-node="3">We’re looking for a top-notch <strong>Detection Software Engineer</strong> to join our Threat Research team and further develop the Wiz Runtime Sensor. In this role, you will work on a world-class runtime security solution affecting some of the largest cloud workloads, collaborating closely with engineering and research to enable new and better threat detection capabilities.</p>
<p>Check out some of our recent research:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.wiz.io/blog/postgresql-cryptomining">https://www.wiz.io/blog/postgresql-cryptomining</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.wiz.io/blog/seleniumgreed-cryptomining-exploit-attack-flow-remediation-steps">https://www.wiz.io/blog/seleniumgreed-cryptomining-exploit-attack-flow-remediation-steps</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.wiz.io/blog/pyloose-first-python-based-fileless-attack-on-cloud-workloads">https://www.wiz.io/blog/pyloose-first-python-based-fileless-attack-on-cloud-workloads</a></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WHAT YOU’LL DO</strong></p>
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<li>Work on a world-class runtime security solution affecting some of the largest cloud workloads</li>
<li>Work closely with engineering and research to enable new and better threat detection capabilities</li>
<li>Build and extend our research infrastructure, automated testing infra and release processes</li>
<li>Conduct research and develop new detection capabilities, from concept to implementation</li>
<li>Constantly shift things from an art to a science - make the hard things easy, fast and scalable</li>
<li>Quickly address gaps and changes when needed. Bias towards action</li>
<li>Analyze, debug and solve problems in test, staging and production environments</li>
<li>Create and enforce best practices and security policies</li>
<li>Work with customers in response to requests and questions when needed</li>
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<p><strong>WHAT YOU’LL BRING</strong></p>
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<li>5+ years of experience in software engineering</li>
<li>3+ years of experience in cloud-based development. Familiarity with cloud services, Kubernetes, cloud environment architecture, and the major cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure)</li>
<li>Deep knowledge of OS internals (Windows/Linux) and networking</li>
<li>Experience delivering real-world impact on products affecting customers</li>
<li>The ability to learn independently, to be self-driven and goal-oriented</li>
<li>Excellent communication and tea ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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