Senior Security Engineer

CoinDCX; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Design Your Own Benefit

Unlimited Wellness Leaves

Mental Wellness Support

Bi-Weekly Learning Sessions

Job summary

CoinDCX is seeking a security-focused engineer to advance the safety of our crypto platforms. You will conduct web and mobile security testing, assess infrastructure and API security, and engage in red-team activities to strengthen defenses.

You will work with developers and product managers to implement secure architectures, identify vulnerabilities, and guide mitigation strategies. A strong grasp of OWASP and modern tooling will be essential to protect scale and trust.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in web, mobile security testing and infrastructure/API security.
• Proficiency with OWASP standards for Web and Mobile.
• Familiarity with security tooling and automated assessment approaches.
• Certifications such as OSCP/GPEN/CPENT are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and reduce security threats, vulnerabilities and risks.
• Identify and remediate outdated, vulnerable code and code libraries.
• Provide subject matter expertise on architecture, authentication, and system security.
• Develop security training and guidance for internal development teams.
• Collaborate with engineering to advance CoinDCX platforms’ security posture.
• Contribute to security standards, methods, and architectures with Product Managers.

Skills

Web security

Mobile security

Infrastructure security

API security

Red teaming

Tools

MobSF

Frida

Burp Suite

Job description

The CoinDCX Journey: Building the Future of Finance:

At CoinDCX, our mission is clear - to make crypto and blockchain accessible to every Indian and enable them to participate in the future of finance.

As India's first crypto unicorn valued at $2.45B, we are reshaping the financial ecosystem by building safe, transparent, and scalable products that power adoption at scale.

We believe that change starts together. It begins with bold ideas, relentless execution and people who want to build what's next.

If you're driven by purpose and thrive in environments where your work defines the next chapter of an industry, you'll feel right at home here.

You'll Excel in This Role If You:

• Minimum 4 years of experience Web, Mobile Security Assessments, Infrastructure and API security testing, red teaming .
• Must-Have core-technical Skills for: Web and Mobile Penetration Testing.
• Competence with OWASP Standards (Both Web and Mobile).
• Familiarity with tools like MobSF, Frida, Burp Suite..
• At least 2 years of experience in API Security assessment.
• Good to have - Knowledge of Cloud Security, adversary simulation, kubernetes.
• Good to have (Any one or more of the following certs) - OSCP, GPEN, CPENT, PNPT, CRTOP.

What You'll Do:

• Proactively identify and reduce security threats, vulnerabilities and risks
• Identify & remediate outdated, vulnerable code and code libraries
• Provide subject matter expertise on architecture, authentication, and system security
• Develop security training and guidance to internal development teams
• Participate in the development of CoinDCX platforms by collaborating with the engineering team
• Consult with other Developers and Product Managers to analyze and propose application security standards, methods, and architectures
• Create and maintain artifacts in a protected repository established as a single source of truth
• Assess security tools and integrate tools as needed, particularly open-source tools
• Assist with recruiting activities and administrative work
• Professionally Handle communications with independent vulnerability researchers and design appropriate mitigation strategies for reported vulnerabilities
• Communicate clearly on technical issues.

Perks That Empower You

Our benefits are designed to make a lasting impact on your life, giving you the freedom to create a work-life balance that truly suits you.

• Design Your Own Benefit: Tailor your perk package to fit your unique needs. Whether you're eyeing a new gadget or welcoming a furry friend into your life, our flexible benefits ensure that you can prioritize what matters most to you.
• Unlimited Wellness Leaves: We believe in the power of well-being. Take the time you need to recharge, knowing that your health is our priority. With unlimited wellness leaves, you can return refreshed, ready to build and grow.
• Mental Wellness Support: Your mental health is as important as your professional growth. Benefit from access to health experts, free counseling sessions, monthly wellness workshops, and regular team outings, all designed to help you stay balanced and connected.
• Bi-Weekly Learning Sessions: These sessions are more than just updates- they're opportunities to fuel your growth. Stay ahead with the latest industry knowledge, sharpen your skills, and accelerate your career in an ever-evolving landscape.