Skills
Application Security
Cloud Security
Threat Modeling
Penetration Testing
Secure Software Development
Security Compliance
Python
Java
AWS
Azure
Kubernetes
Security Tools (SAST, DAST)
Identity and Access Management
Summary
✨ AI‑Generated
We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to own application security for an AI‑driven conversational platform. You will design and implement security controls, conduct threat modeling, perform security testing, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The role involves working closely with product and engineering teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle and protect data for enterprise customers.
Highlights
Highly competitive compensation ($200K‑$330K) with equity, visa sponsorship available, opportunity to own application security for a leading AI platform, high‑growth startup environment, collaborative team in San Francisco.
Description
About the job
This role is being recruited by CoffeeSpace on behalf of an anonymous AI platform company that empowers brands to deliver concierge customer experiences through conversational AI.
We’re identifying a small number of exceptional senior security engineers from our network.
If there’s a strong fit, we’ll introduce you directly to the engineering leadership team.
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Compensation: $200K - $330K base + competitive equity
Employment type: Full-time
Visa: Visa sponsorship available
About the company
This company operates a leading conversational AI platform that helps brands deliver personalized customer experiences.
With a focus on B2B enterprise solutions, the company has raised $231M and is rapidly scaling its operations.
Founded in 2023, the team has grown to 220 employees and continues to expand its influence in the AI and software development industries.
About the role
As a Senior Security Engineer, you will own application security for the company's AI platform, ensuring the protection of sensitive customer data.
You will collaborate with product engineering teams to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle and develop security practices across the organization.
What You’ll Do
Design and implement application security controls, including secure coding practices, threat modeling, and vulnerability management.Collaborate with product engineering teams to integrate security throughout the SDLC, from design through deployment.Build security tooling and automation to enable fast and secure software delivery.Lead security code reviews and architecture assessments, focusing on AI model integration points and customer data handling.Respond to security incidents and drive post-incident improvements.
Why This Role Is Compelling
Work on a rapidly scaling AI platform serving enterprise customers.Influence security practices across a growing organization.Collaborate with product teams to embed security into the development process.Enjoy a flexible and high-ownership work environment.
The Ideal Candidate
4+ years of experience in application security or software engineering with a focus on security.Proficient in Google Cloud Platform, Python, Kubernetes, CI/CD Pipelines, and security tools like Semgrep, CodeQL, SAST, DAST, and IAST.Strong ability to design and implement security controls and practices.Experience in leading security code reviews and architecture assessments.Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high ownership.
Next steps
Apply via this LinkedIn job postWe’ll review and reach out if there’s a strong matchIf aligned, we’ll introduce you directly to the teamIf this role isn’t the right fit, we may suggest and make introductions to other high-signal startup roles we’re recruiting for, always with your permission.
A quick note on authenticity
This is a real, active role that CoffeeSpace is recruiting for in close partnership with the hiring team.
We don’t post speculative roles and work directly with teams on their actual hiring needs.
