Sr. Security Software Engineer, Application Security

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

Job summary

A leading social media platform is looking for a security expert to design and implement secure development processes. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in product or application security and be proficient in a programming language like Python. This role requires in-office collaboration a couple of times a year but can be located anywhere in the US. The position offers a competitive salary between $155,584 and $320,320, with potential for equity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product security or related security engineering.
• Strong enthusiasm for security and privacy.
• Ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure development lifecycle procedures.
• Conduct regular security assessments and design reviews.
• Adapt security controls for AI-driven changes.

Skills

Product security

Application security

Proficient in Python

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

About Pinterest

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities and celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.

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.

At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

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, 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.