Security-Focused Software Engineer for AI Platforms

Thinkingmachines; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 350,000 - 475,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Thinking Machines in San Francisco seeks a software engineer focused on security within their products. The role involves embedding security practices in collaboration with research and product teams, designing security controls, and improving observability for relevant events.

Ideal candidates possess a background in computer science, proficiency in Python or Rust, and experience in web app security. Benefits include generous health insurance, unlimited PTO, and visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in at least one backend language.
• Hands-on experience securing web apps and APIs.
• Familiarity with common vulnerability classes and prevention frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Embed security into the development lifecycle with product and research teams.
• Design and implement security controls across the product stack.
• Improve observability for security-relevant events.

Skills

Backend programming (Python or Rust)

Web app security

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Threat modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or similar

Job description

Thinking Machines in San Francisco seeks a software engineer focused on security within their products. The role involves embedding security practices in collaboration with research and product teams, designing security controls, and improving observability for relevant events.

Ideal candidates possess a background in computer science, proficiency in Python or Rust, and experience in web app security. Benefits include generous health insurance, unlimited PTO, and visa sponsorship.