Security Architect

Dexterity, Inc.; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexterity, Inc. in Emeryville, California is seeking a Security Architect to lead software security measures for their robotics product lines. This hands-on role involves writing and reviewing code, maintaining security guidelines, and ensuring compliance with standards like ISO27001 and SOC2.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in information security, secure coding practices, and experience with modern programming languages like C++ and Python. The position offers a competitive salary range of $200,000 to $300,000 annually.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of modern C++ and Python.
• Experience working with auditors and customer InfoSec/IT teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead or contribute to achieving compliance at a software company.
• Maintain security guidelines and incident response plans.
• Collaborate with auditors and customers on compliance.

Skills

ISO27001 Compliance

SOC2 Compliance

Secure Coding Practices

C++

Python

Git

CI Pipelines

Information Security

Education

MS or PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Role Overview

As the Security Architect, you will lead all aspects of software security for Dexterity’s robotics product lines. This hands‑on role involves writing and reviewing code, auditing and writing security policies, and collaborating with auditors, prospects and customers to demonstrate compliance.

You will maintain Security Guidelines, Incident Plan, and other policy documents, keeping them up to date with industry best practices, and work closely with software, DevOps, operations, and customer success teams to implement and enforce policies.

Additional duties include analyzing requirements, mentoring developers, and communicating best practices through documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or significantly contribute to achieving ISO27001 and SOC2 compliance at a software company.
• Maintain and update security guidelines, incident response plans, and related policy documents.
• Collaborate with auditors, customers, and internal teams to ensure compliance and secure coding practices.
• Mentor software developers and provide guidance on secure coding principles.
• Analyze requirements and communicate best practices via documentation.

Required Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Background in information security, software supply‑chain security, and secure coding practices.
• Proven experience leading or contributing significantly to ISO27001 and SOC2 compliance.
• Experience working with auditors and customer InfoSec/IT teams, with strong internal and external communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of modern C++ and Python.
• Experience with Git and modern CI pipelines.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of network security.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Previous startup experience.

Equity and Compensation

The expected base salary range is $200,000 to $300,000 annually. Final compensation decisions are made individually and may include equity awards as part of overall compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.