Security Engineer

About the company:

• Company size: <50

• Industry: Data Analytics, Data Science, AI

• Founding year: 2019

• Stage: B

• Funding: $100M

• Backed by: Top-tier investors including Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, and Snowflake

• Tech Stack/Key Tech: Kubernetes, AWS, Terraform, Python. A variety of security focus tools that could include: SAST (Checkmarx, Veracode, Fortify), DAST (OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, Acunetix), SIEM (Splunk, Elastic Stack, IBM QRadar), Vulnerability Scanners (Nessus, Qualys, OpenVAS), SOAR platforms (Demisto, Phantom, Swimlane)

We're looking for a Product Security Engineer to:

• Pioneer the development of a proactive, technology-forward product security discipline.

• Own the SSDLC and ensure effective security measures are embedded throughout.

• Build systems and occasionally tools to help engineering shift left in security.

• Practice embedded security within engineering teams, teaching them to prevent and mitigate common security issues.

• Influence the company's security roadmap with a high-speed, automated, and self-service security strategy.

• Be at the forefront of innovation, implementing cutting-edge technologies to enhance the security of a category-defining product and preventing vulnerabilities before they occur.

• Thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced startup environment, where your contributions directly influence the company's direction and success.

What you'll need:

• A Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science or related field

• 5+ years of experience in Clould and App Security engineering in both fast-paced startup & top tech environments.

• Deep understanding of software and cloud infrastructure security principles.

• Hands-on experience with core infrastructure products like Kubernetes, AWS, and Terraform.

• Proficiency in threat modeling, code reviews, and creating automations.

• Ability to work with multiple engineering teams and codebases, communicating effectively across various backgrounds.

• A track record of breaking down complex security problems into manageable quarterly and annual planning components.

• Passion for modernizing security practices and empowering end-users with delightful experiences.

• Desire to be a security pioneer in a data-driven company, building tools that empower engineers and users to achieve more.

What you'll get:

• Competitive Salary with significant equity in a rapidly growing early-stage company backed by top investors that is redefining an entire product category in enterprise solutions.

• The Benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance, Unlimited PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Retirement Savings, and more!

• Flexible work-from-anywhere policy with team retreats twice a year to foster collaboration.

• Unprecedented career progression opportunities in a fast-paced startup environment.

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and can make a significant impact.

Compensation:

• $175,000 - $250,000 a year

• Compensation is salary + meaningful equity in an early stage venture backed startup commensurate with experience level.