Security Engineer

Meta Careers; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Meta's Central Security team is seeking a security engineer who can identify weaknesses before attackers do and build solutions to mitigate them. You will advise product and engineering teams on AI security and native-code security to enable safe, informed product decisions.

In this role, you will lead security guidance for new products, perform regular assessments of mobile platforms and applications, and collaborate with the security community on vulnerabilities and defenses.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in security engineering, including vulnerability research, penetration testing, or security assessments of production systems.
• 3+ years programming in Python, PHP, Ruby, or similar scripting languages.
• 4+ years of experience reviewing C and C++. Knowledge of best practice secure code development.

Responsibilities

• Provide security guidance on a constant stream of new products and technologies.
• Take a leadership role in driving internal security and privacy initiatives.
• Analyze, assess, and respond to various internet threats.
• Interact directly with the security community regarding mobile security vulnerabilities and threats.
• Conduct regular security assessments, specializing in mobile platform and application code.

Skills

Vulnerability research

Penetration testing

Security assessments

Python

PHP

Ruby

C/C++ review

Security architecture

Tools

Static analysis tools

Fuzzing tools

Job description

Meta's Central Security team is looking for a security engineer who can find weaknesses before attackers do and then build the solutions that eliminate them. Your work will form the foundation of security initiatives that protect the privacy and safety of more than three billion people.In this role, you'll be the expert that engineering and product teams turn to for AI security and native-code security guidance, giving them the confidence to make sound product decisions. Join us in protecting Meta's products and the people who use them.Security Engineer Responsibilities:Provide security guidance on a constant stream of new products and technologiesTake a leadership role in driving internal security and privacy initiativesAnalyze, assess, and respond to various internet threatsInteract directly with the security community regarding mobile security vulnerabilities and threatsConduct regular security assessments, specializing in mobile platform and application codeMinimum Qualifications:8+ years of experience in security engineering, including vulnerability research, penetration testing, or security assessments of production systems3+ years programming experience with at least one of the following languages: Python, PHP, Ruby, or similar scripting languages4+ years of experience reviewing C and C++. Knowledge of best practice secure code developmentWorking knowledge of security architecture principles, least privilegeExperience identifying and mitigating security and privacy risks in internet-facing products or servicesPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated knowledge of iOS or Android security modelDemonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)Experience leveraging or developing mitigationsContributions to the security community (public research, blogging, presentations, bug bounty, etc.)Experience with static analysis and fuzzingKnowledge of exploitation techniques, reverse engineering, or CTF experienceDemonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologiesKnowledge of memory safe programming languages: Rust, Obj-C , Java/KotlinAbout Meta:Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].$184,000/year to $257,000/year + bonus + equity + benefitsIndividual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.