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Security Engineer – Research & Engineering

Security EngineerSecurity EngineerFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 51-200Since 2012H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

48 days ago

Salary

$125K - $185K / year

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor DegreeEnglishJavaPythonRustGo

Job Description

Security Engineer – Research & Engineering

Trail of Bits

• Design and implement security-focused software tools and frameworks. • Contribute to open-source security projects and develop internal tools. • Analyze complex security challenges and develop practical solutions. • Understand security implications across the stack. • Implement secure CI/CD pipelines and integration with GitHub Actions. • Contribute to AI/ML security research and tooling. • Evaluate and improve the security of existing software through code review and enhancement. • Communicate technical concepts effectively and write for the broader security community. • Lead major feature development and break down high-level objectives into manageable tasks.

Job Requirements

  • Strong software development skills with experience in: Rust, C++, and/or Python. Occasionally, Go or Java knowledge is necessary.
  • Knowledge of AI/ML systems and associated security challenges.
  • Familiarity with AI development tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and others.
  • Experience with secure development practices and building secure software.
  • Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new programming languages, frameworks, and technologies.
  • Understanding of computer security principles and common vulnerability classes.
  • A drive to develop subject-matter expertise in an area of Trail of Bits' core competency.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a willingness to write blog posts and present at internal knowledge-sharing sessions.
  • Familiarity with GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary complemented by performance-based bonuses.
  • Fully company-paid insurance packages, including health, dental, vision, disability, and life.
  • A solid 401(k) plan with a 5% match of your base salary.
  • 20 days of paid vacation with flexibility for more, adhering to jurisdictional regulations.
  • 4 months of parental leave to cherish the arrival of new family members.
  • $10,000 in relocation assistance for those moving to NYC.
  • $1,000 Working-from-Home stipend to create a comfortable and productive home office.
  • Annual $750 Learning & Development stipend for continuous personal and professional growth.
  • Company-sponsored all-team celebrations, including travel and accommodation, to foster community and recognize achievements.
  • Philanthropic contribution matching up to $2,000 annually.

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