Junior Software Engineer

Cato Networks is the first company to converge enterprise networking and security into one centralized and global service that is delivered by cloud. It is led by networking and security pioneer Shlomo Kramer (Check Point, Imperva) and early investor (Palo Alto Networks, Exabeam, Trusteer and more). Cato’s unique technology inspired a brand-new product category, later named “SASE” by Gartner and a market expected to reach $28.5 billion by 2028.

This is your opportunity to get on the rocket ship and join a company that is building a cutting-edge enterprise network and secure cloud platform, and is on a fast track to becoming the worldwide market leader – don’t miss it!

We are looking for a passionate Junior Software Engineer. In this role, you will play a key part in developing our cloud-based, proprietary networking and security management solutions.

You will also design and implement highly scalable processes for gathering and analyzing real-time network statistics, events, and large-scale data.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end backend development: from processing large-scale data to designing efficient microservices.
• Develop and enhance high-performance, scalable services.
• Improve the reliability, security, and scalability of existing infrastructure.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Product, Data, Security, and UX.
• Research and adopt new technologies to improve our products.

• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in backend development.
• Strong expertise in Java, and Spring Boot, (Go - advantage).
• Experience with using and implementing RESTful APIs (GraphQL - advantage)
• Experience with FE technologies and JavaScript, (React and TypeScript - big advantage)
• Basic understanding of networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, network protocols).
• Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and software engineering principles.
• Experience with databases: NoSQL (Elasticsearch, Redis, MongoDB) and relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and technologies (Docker, K8S).
• Experience with AWS technologies - advantage
• Proven experience in big data applications – advantage.
• Experience working with AI tools such as Github copilot - advantage
• Strong problem-solving skills, self-learning ability, and team collaboration mindset.
• B.Sc. in Computer Science or equivalent.

• BSc in Computer Science from a well-known university
• Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, and OOP
• Hands-on programming experience in Java, TypeScript, or another object-oriented language
• Experience with API testing (REST or GraphQL) is an advantage
• Exposure to UI testing frameworks such as Selenium or Playwright is an advantage
• Familiarity with Linux or Windows development environments
• Experience with version control tools such as Git, and CI systems such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions is an advantage
• Understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is an advantage
• Familiarity with container technologies such as Docker is an advantage
• Experience with logging, monitoring, or debugging tools is an advantage
• Fast learner with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• A proactive driver with the ability to push projects forward
• Highly motivated, independent, and self-directed
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong sense of ownership and attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, multitasking environment
• Passionate about engineering excellence and building best-in-class CI and automation