Senior Security Application Engineer
You will lead the technical execution of the product security strategy, securing high-growth FinTech and Web3 digital asset platforms. You'll build end-to-end security programs and integrate automated security controls directly into the software development lifecycle. You'll bring your deep engineering background and hands-on experience defending complex cloud environments to secure blockchain-adjacent technologies, working full-time onsite at the Palo Alto office.
Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive threat modeling and product security architecture reviews in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Integrate security automation into CI/CD pipelines utilizing SAST, DAST, and continuous vulnerability management tools
- Architect and implement secure-by-default cloud infrastructure on AWS using Terraform and Kubernetes
- Design and deploy robust encryption services, key management systems (KMS), and advanced data protection controls across distributed environments
- Oversee operational security initiatives including corporate bug bounty programs, incident response workflows, and regular penetration testing engagements
- Secure next-generation AI-integrated applications by establishing input/output validation protocols and LLM guardrails
- Engineer proactive defenses to safeguard platform infrastructure against sophisticated adversaries and nation-state-level threats
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience engineering and scaling end-to-end security programs for high-growth startups
- Proven background securing platforms within FinTech, Web3, and digital asset ecosystems
- Strong engineering proficiency in distributed systems, microservices, and languages such as Python or Java
- Hands-on mastery of container security, Kubernetes orchestration, and AWS infrastructure hardening
- Practical knowledge of implementing technical controls to meet SOC 2 Type II and GDPR compliance standards
- Deep expertise in securing AI/ML lifecycles, MLOps frameworks, and agentic AI platforms
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent technical field
Benefits
- Competitive base salary, bonus and stock options
- 100% company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
- Up to 4% 401k company match
- Paid parental leave, Paid vacation
- Free commuter/parking pass; near Caltrain
- Free custom lunches, dinners and snacks
- Computer equipment and workplace furniture to suit your needs