Sr. Security Software Engineer, Application Security

Pinterest; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 155,584 - 320,320; Full time

Job summary

Pinterest's Security Team is looking for an experienced Security Software Engineer in Chicago to enhance our security posture and secure development lifecycle. You will design and build robust security processes, deliver well-documented and operable code, and work cross-functionally on scalable security solutions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience in product or application security. The position offers a competitive salary between $155,584 — $320,320 USD.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product security, application security, or security-related software engineering role.
• Enthusiasm for the constant fight to ensure security and privacy.

Responsibilities

• Design and build out our rules, processes, and platform for our secure development lifecycle.
• Deliver and review code that is well-documented, tested, and operable.
• Work cross‑function to architect scalable and secure solutions to a variety of Pinterest's problems.
• Conduct regular security assessments including design reviews.
• Help rework our existing controls to address increased productivity due to AI and new AI threats.

Skills

Product security

Application security

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Pinterest's Security Team - Security Software Engineer

Pinterest's Security team is seeking an experienced Security Software Engineer to help keep our 619 million monthly active users safe from real-world threats. You will build tooling, product enhancements, and work with teams to improve our overall security posture and enhance our secure development lifecycle.

What you'll do

• Design and build out our rules, processes, and platform for our secure development lifecycle.
• Deliver and review code that is well-documented, tested, and operable.
• Work cross‑function to architect scalable and secure solutions to a variety of Pinterest's problems.
• Conduct regular security assessments including design reviews.
• Help rework our existing controls to address increased productivity due to AI and new AI threats.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in product security, application security, or security‑related software engineering role.
• Enthusiasm for the constant fight to ensure security and privacy.
• Proficiency in a dynamic programming language such as Python.

In‑Office Requirement Statement

• We recognize that the ideal environment for work is situational and may differ across departments. What this looks like day‑to‑day can vary based on the needs of each organization or role.
• This role will need to be in the office for in‑person collaboration 1‑2 times every 6‑months and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.

Relocation Statement

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.

US based applicants only

$155,584 — $320,320 USD

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition or genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.