Staff Application Security Engineer

Thumbtack

Remote
Base: $221,000.00 - $286,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
Fully remote
Secure system design and architecture
Modern application security tools
Secure coding practices
Thumbtack is seeking a Staff Application Security Engineer to enhance its cybersecurity measures while enabling innovation in its products and services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in application security and software engineering, focusing on integrating security into system designs and workflows

Job Summary

  • Own the long-term technical direction for application security across Thumbtack.
  • Design secure-by-default architectures, standards, and paved paths for engineering teams.
  • Partner with engineering and product leaders to prioritize security investments based on risk, impact, and business goals.

Matching Summary

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Thumbtack is seeking a Staff Application Security Engineer to enhance its cybersecurity measures while enabling innovation in its products and services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in application security and software engineering, focusing on integrating security into system designs and workflows.

Salary

Base: $221,000.00 - $286,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • secure system design and architecture
  • modern application security tools
  • secure coding practices
  • cloud-native systems (AWS/GCP)

Nice-to-have

  • balance pragmatism and rigor
  • influence without authority
  • raise the overall security bar

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in software engineering and application security
  • Strong experience securing modern, cloud-native systems
  • Proven track record leading large, cross-functional technical initiatives

Work Rights

Not specified

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