• About Our Client:
Founded in 2012 by three expert hackers without investment capital, the organization specializes in cybersecurity research and engineering. It addresses the evolving risks posed by emerging technologies by combining novel research with practical solutions. The organization supports some of the most targeted global entities, advancing security capabilities to stay ahead of attackers. It contributes to the broader security community by providing ongoing informational resources such as blogs, whitepapers, newsletters, meetups, and open-source tools, aiming to improve public understanding of technology and security.
• About the Opportunity:
The Security Engineer, Research & Engineering is a security-focused software engineer responsible for designing, building, and enhancing security tools and frameworks across diverse contexts. This role involves contributing to projects ranging from AI/ML security frameworks to compiler-based tools, delivering impactful software that strengthens security postures. The position supports technical milestones, grows into leading feature development, breaks down complex objectives, and presents work to clients. It requires developing subject-matter expertise and sharing knowledge through various communication channels.
• Responsibilities:
• Design and implement security-focused software tools and frameworks
• Contribute to open-source security projects and internal tools
• Analyze complex security challenges and develop deployable solutions
• Understand security implications across the technology stack
• Implement secure CI/CD pipelines and GitHub Actions integration
• Support AI/ML security research and tooling efforts
• Review and improve security of existing software through code reviews
• Communicate technical concepts to team members, clients, and security community
• Write blog posts, participate in knowledge-sharing sessions, and work toward client presentations
• Perform root-cause analysis and debugging of technical issues
• Interpret requirements, decompose tasks, and estimate engineering efforts
• Requirements:
• Proficiency in Rust, C++, and/or Python; knowledge of Go or Java is a plus
• Understanding of AI/ML systems and related security challenges
• Familiarity with AI development tools such as Claude Code and Cursor
• Experience with secure development practices and building secure software
• Ability to quickly learn new languages, frameworks, and technologies
• Knowledge of computer security principles and common vulnerabilities
• Motivation to develop subject-matter expertise in core competency areas
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with willingness to write and present
• Experience with GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing
Preferred qualifications
• Prior contributions to open-source security tools or frameworks
• Experience developing commercial-grade public software
• Understanding of low-level systems, memory management, and OS internals
• Experience with compiler technology, program analysis, or binary analysis
• Participation in CTF competitions or security challenges
• Experience with multiple programming languages and paradigms
• Experience reading, writing, and publishing academic papers
• Pay Range and Compensation Package:
• The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and other relevant factors.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
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