Security Engineer - Application/Product Security, San Jose

TikTok; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 355,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Security Engineer, where you'll tackle unique challenges in application and product security. This role offers a chance to work on scalable, secure systems while enhancing user trust through rigorous security standards. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to address new threats and develop innovative solutions. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm fosters a creative environment that inspires growth and impact. If you're ready to make a difference in the tech industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years of security engineering experience in design review and threat modeling.
• Expertise in web application security and mobile app security.

Responsibilities

• Ensure applications meet high security and privacy standards.
• Review and analyze systems from a security perspective.

Skills

Web Application Security

Mobile App Security

Network Security

Applied Cryptography

Problem-Solving Skills

Debugging Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

JavaScript (Node JS)

Go

Python

Java

C++

Rust

Job description

Security Engineer - Application/Product Security, San Jose

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Responsibilities

1. Security Team at TikTok
2. The team is missioned to build infrastructures, platforms and technologies, as well as to support cross-functional teams to protect our users, products and infrastructures. In this team you'll have a unique opportunity to have first-hand exposure to the strategy of the company in key security initiatives, especially in building scalable and secure-by-design systems and solutions. Our challenges are not your regular day-to-day technical problems; you'll be part of a team that's developing new solutions to new challenges of a kind not previously addressed by big tech. It's working fast, at scale, and we're making a difference.
3. Ensure that our applications are designed and implemented to the highest security and privacy standards thus maintaining and enhancing user trust.
4. Review and analyze design, architectures, existing systems services, operating systems, networks and applications from a security perspective, via black box testing, code reviews, automation, threat modeling and research.
5. Discover security issues that appear under new threat scenarios, support incident response, forensics, remediation in a cross-functional environment driving towards incident resolution.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other relevant majors.
2. 3+ years of security engineering experience such as design review, threat modeling, security mitigation development, security tooling development or privacy engineering.
3. Advanced knowledge and understanding in various disciplines: web application security, mobile app security, network security, operating system internals and hardening, applied cryptography, cloud computing. You're expected to be an expert in at least one of these areas.
4. Solid experience in writing and reviewing code in at least one of the following programming languages: JavaScript (Node JS), Go, Python, Java, C++, Rust.
5. Strong problem-solving skills and excellent debugging / troubleshooting skills.

About TikTok

TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. Our global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, with offices in various cities worldwide.

Why Join Us

Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. We foster a diverse and innovative environment, encouraging curiosity, humility, and impact. Join us to create value, inspire, and grow together.

Diversity & Inclusion

TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and perspectives. We celebrate diversity and aim to reflect the communities we serve.

TikTok Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, religious beliefs, or other protected reasons. Contact us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request for assistance.

Job Information

Salary range: $145,000 - $355,000 annually, depending on qualifications and location. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid leave, and more. Benefits may vary by country and employment type.

In Los Angeles County, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet