Staff Software Engineer, Security Factory: Static Analysis

For our client, we are seeking a Staff Software Engineer, Security Factory: Static Analysis to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will drive high-scope engineering initiatives from design through delivery, with a strong focus on static analysis and application security. The engineer will help shape technical direction for AI-assisted tooling, program analysis capabilities, and language extensibility while improving performance, quality, and operational resilience. This is a highly cross-functional role that partners with other engineers to transition systems from individual ownership to team ownership and strengthen the broader security engineering platform.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $152,800 – $259,200 annually

Responsibilities

• Act as the directly responsible individual for high-scope initiatives from design to delivery
• Document and transition systems from individual ownership to team ownership
• Set technical direction for AI-assisted tooling and validate engine findings against benchmarks
• Own the architecture of the program model and define extensions for new languages
• Solve complex technical problems and advocate for quality and performance improvements
• Mentor team engineers through code reviews and remove blockers to their autonomy
• Participate in on-call rotations for troubleshooting product and security operations

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in backend engineering, particularly with static analysis tools
• Proficiency in Rust and Go, with a willingness to work in Ruby
• Strong background in program analysis and static analysis techniques
• Experience with performance optimization and CI/CD workflows, especially using Docker
• Deep understanding of application security and vulnerability classes, including OWASP Top 10 and CWE
• Excellent communication skills for articulating complex technical concepts and specifications
• Proven track record of mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, financial, and well-being support
• Flexible Paid Time Off to promote work-life balance
• Access to Team Member Resource Groups for community support
• Equity compensation and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and Development Fund for professional advancement
• Parental Leave to support family needs

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.