Security Engineer (Application) - Remote Work

BairesDev; United States; Remote; CLP 117,417,000 - 166,341,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

USD or local currency compensation

Hardware & software setup for home

Flexible hours

Parental leave & vacations

Mentorship & growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Security Engineer (Application) to safeguard our software at the application layer, integrating security into the development lifecycle from design to deployment.

You will conduct threat modeling, perform secure code reviews, and drive automated testing with SAST/DAST tools like Semgrep, SonarQube, Snyk, and OWASP ZAP.

This fully remote role offers flexible hours, world‑class compensation in USD, and a multicultural, mentorship‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Application Security, Cybersecurity, or Software Engineering.
• Experience performing threat modeling and secure code reviews based on the OWASP Top 10.
• Hands-on experience with SAST and DAST tools (Semgrep, SonarQube, Snyk, OWASP ZAP).
• Deep understanding of integrating security into the SDLC.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct threat modeling early in the design phase.
• Perform secure code reviews to detect flaws and ensure best practices.
• Run automated security tests with SAST/DAST to sustain secure SDLC.
• Collaborate with dev teams to remediate OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
• Develop automated security validation tests.
• Promote security-first coding patterns and guide teams.

Skills

Threat modeling

Secure code reviews

Security testing workflows

OWASP Top 10

Secure SDLC

Tools

Semgrep

SonarQube

Snyk

OWASP ZAP

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Security Engineer (Application) at BairesDev

As a Security Engineer specializing in Application Security, you will be responsible for safeguarding our software at the application layer. You will integrate security deeply into the development lifecycle, ensuring that robust defenses are a core component of our products from the initial design to final deployment.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct comprehensive threat modeling sessions to identify and mitigate architectural risks early in the design phase.
• Perform rigorous secure code reviews to detect logic flaws and ensure adherence to security best practices.
• Execute and manage automated security testing workflows using SAST and DAST tools to maintain a secure SDLC.
• Partner with development teams to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities based on the OWASP Top 10 and other security standards.
• Develop and implement automated security validation tests to streamline the identification of security weaknesses.
• Drive the adoption of security-first coding patterns and provide technical guidance to enhance the overall security posture of our applications.

What we are looking for:

• 4+ years of experience in Application Security, Cybersecurity, or Software Engineering.
• Proven expertise in performing threat modeling and secure code reviews based on the OWASP Top 10.
• Hands-on experience with SAST and DAST tools such as Semgrep, SonarQube, Snyk, and OWASP ZAP.
• Deep understanding of integrating security controls and best practices throughout the secure SDLC.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.