OneTrust
via Greenhouse
Posted 9 days ago
Senior Staff Software Engineer
San Francisco, California
$165,000 – $247,500 a year From employer posting
<div class="content-intro"><h3>Strength in Trust </h3>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">OneTrust’s mission is to enable innovation through the responsible use of data and AI. We believe that ensuring data is trusted shouldn’t slow teams down—it should accelerate what’s possible. This led us to develop the first technology platform for responsible data use in 2016. Today, with AI representing the latest and most impactful expansion of data yet, OneTrust is once again redefining what responsible innovation looks like. OneTrust, the AI‑Ready Governance Platform™, unifies regulatory intelligence, automation, and connected governance workflows so businesses can continue to move at the speed of AI while ensuring good governance to prevent data misuse at scale. Trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide, OneTrust is shaping the future where trusted data becomes a transformative force for business and society.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p></div><h3 class="wnfdnto wnfdntn _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a" data-pm-slice="0 0 []">The Challenge</h3>
<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">As Senior Staff Software Engineer develop strategic methods and principles to improve the technical stability and efficiency of the company's products/services. You lead and influence several teams and initiatives.</p>
<h3 class="wnfdnto wnfdntn _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a">Your Mission</h3>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Has deep knowledge of entire system and can jump into code in any component and fire fight and contribute.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Makes decisions on product direction and internals based on deep subject matter knowledge.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Sets product direction and has ownership over large components.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Thinks both strategically and tactically, keeping in mind both technical goals and company goals.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Given long term strategic goals, can lay out a path across many versions.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Participates in and supports initiatives outside of main area of responsibility.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Provides technical leadership for projects including 3–4 individuals.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Builds strong relationships in their own team and across the company.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Understands multiple points of view and drives a process to conclusions in a timely and respectful manner.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Mentor others with high-level technical guidance.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Improve the company’s technical prowess.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Put customers first and set strategic short-term targets.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Take up open-ended problems.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Designing, coding, and debugging software.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Improving the performance of existing software.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Providing training to other engineers.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Maintaining and upgrading existing software.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Recommending new technologies that can help increase productivity.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Supervising and overseeing the technical aspects of projects.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Investigating software-related complaints and making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal software performance.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Regularly attending team meetings to discuss projects, brainstorm ideas, and put forward solutions to any issues.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Work with testing team to develop performance test plans and cases.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Research and collect product information and support the development of specifications and requirements for consideration.</p>
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<h3 class="wnfdnto wnfdntn _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a">You Are/Have</h3>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">High technical and/or technological competence</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Strong documentation, analytical and problem-solving skills</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Minimum of 10+ years of hands-on experience with Java based development projects using RESTful APIs, SpringBoot, Micro services.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Strong analytical skills.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Good communication skills.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Excellent organizational and leadership skills</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Proven experience in high-level programming languages, like Java.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Proven experience in software development methodologies.</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Proven experience building complex web systems.</p>
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<h3 class="wnfdnto wnfdntn _1ibi0s35e _1ibi0s36a">Extra Awesome</h3>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical or business field</p>
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<p class="wnfdnt11 _1ibi0s3fd _1ibi0s3ce _1ibi0s3eg">Expertise with running web services at scale.</p>
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</ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, and Washington-based candidates: the annual base pay range for this role is listed below. Within this range, individual pay is determined by several factors, including location, job-related skills, work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, equity, and/or commissions, as well as benefits.</p></div><div class="title">Salary Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$165,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$247,500 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><h3><span class="TextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0">Where we Work</span></span></h3>
<p>We are embracing an office-first culture, encouraging three days a week in office for most roles, with meaningful opportunities to collaborate and celebrate in person.</p>
<p>Each role may have specific requirements or flexibility depending on the scope of the position, so we encourage you to verify this with your recruiter during your first interview.</p>
<h3><span class="TextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0">Benefits</span></span></h3>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0">As an employee at </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW202854797 BCX0">OneTrust</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0">, you will be part of the </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW202854797 BCX0">OneTeam</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0">. That means </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0">you’ll</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW202854797 BCX0"> receive support physically, mentally, and emotionally so that you can do your best work both in and out of the office. This includes comprehensive healthcare coverage, flexible PTO, equity RSUs, annual performance bonus opportunities, retirement account support, 14+ weeks of paid parental leave, career development opportunities, company-paid privacy certification exam fees, and much more. Specific benefits differ by country. For more information, talk to your recruiter or visit onetrust.com/careers.</span></span></p>
<h3>Resources </h3>
<p>Check out the following to learn more about OneTrust and its people: </p>
<ul>
<li><a class="fui-Link ___m14voj0 f3rmtva f1ern45e f1deefiw f1n71otn f1q5o8ev f1h8hb77 f1vxd6vx f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f9n3di6 f1ids18y fygtlnl f1deo86v f12x56k7 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f50u1b5 fs3pq8b f1hghxdh f1tymzes f1x7u7e9 f1cmlufx f10aw75t fsle3fq" href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTM-0khp0wIWkO-Bh3IfdSMMOi8606Tl0" target="_blank">OneTrust Careers on YouTube</a></li>
<li><a class="fui-Link ___m14voj0 f3rmtva f1ern45e f1deefiw f1n71otn f1q5o8ev f1h8hb77 f1vxd6vx f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f9n3di6 f1ids18y fygtlnl f1deo86v f12x56k7 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f50u1b5 fs3pq8b f1hghxdh f1tymzes f1x7u7e9 f1cmlufx f10aw75t fsle3fq" href="https://www.instagram.com/lifeatonetrust/" target="_blank">@LifeatOneTrust on Instagram</a></li>
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<h3>Your Data</h3>
<p>You have the right to have your personal data updated or removed. You also have the right to have a copy of the information OneTrust holds about you. Further details about these rights are available on the website in our <a href="https://trustcenter-privacy.my.onetrust.com/policies/39803da3-9bb9-4709-afaf-2ba0a14d09ca?context=eyJkc1BvcnRhbElkIjoiZWM5MmYwZmEtYjFiNi00YzdlLWJmN2ItMDdlNTc2MTQyMGQxIn0%3D" target="_blank">Privacy Overview</a><strong>. </strong>You can change your mind at any time and have your personal data removed from our database. In order to do this you must contact us and let us know you wish to be removed. The request should be made on the <a href="https://privacyportal-cdn.onetrust.com/dsarwebform/37bcc497-a196-48f1-a08b-e897b5a77859/08a01c64-41fd-4b4e-9d42-cde44371a422.html">Data Subject Request Form</a>.</p>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(224, 62, 45);">Recruitment fraud warning:</span> <span class="ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak">OneTrust is aware of scams involving false offers of employment with our company. The fraudulent jobs, interviews and job offers use fake websites, email addresses, group chat and text messages. Be aware that we never ask candidates for personal information, IDs or bank information during the interview process. We do not interview prospective candidates via instant message or group chat, and do not require candidates to purchase products or services, or process payments on our behalf as a condition of any employment offer. </span><span class="ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak"><span class="ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak">Please note that any legitimate interview availability requests will come directly from a OneTrust recruiter with an "@onetrust.com" email address. You may also receive legitimate emails from "@us.greenhouse-mail.io". Recruiters will only reach out to candidates who have applied for a role through our ATS (Greenhouse) or prospects via LinkedIn InMail. Job offers will come from a recruiter and may have a "@docusign.net" email address. </span></span><span class="ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak">For more information or if you have been targeted please reach out to </span><span style="color: rgb(224, 62, 45);"><span class="ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak"><a href="mailto:askrecruiting@onetrust.com">askrecruiting@onetrust.com</a></span></span><span class="ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak">.</span></p>
<h3><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 3">Our Commitment to You</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}"> </span></h3>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">When you join OneTrust you are stepping onto a launching pad — the countdown has begun. The destination? A career without boundaries working alongside a diverse and inclusive crew who is passionate about doing meaningful work. As a pioneer, your voice and expertise will help chart the direction of an entirely new category. Our commitment to putting people first starts with you. Your growth is part of the mission. Our goal is to give you the power to embark on the next phase of your uniquely, unique career.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">OneTrust provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.</span></p></div>
Description from OneTrust's posting on Greenhouse, last checked November 14, 2026. Always confirm details on the original posting.
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