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Security Engineer

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Commit

Software Engineering
Los Angeles, CA, USA · San Francisco, CA, USA
Posted on Thursday, May 2, 2024

About Us:

Commit is working with a confidential partner on this role. Applicants proceeding to the next stage will receive further information about the employer and recruiting process.

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.