Security Engineer
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Job description
You will be responsible for keeping Snyk at the forefront of the security landscape. This involves researching how new languages and emerging frameworks introduce unique threats and then encoding that knowledge into detection rules that run at scale., * Authoring high-precision detection rules using our proprietary logic and domain-specific languages to identify vulnerabilities across various codebases.
- Partnering with Program Analysis experts and software engineers to pioneer new approaches in vulnerability detection, leveraging cross-functional expertise to solve complex security challenges.
- Investigating new technologies to understand how they handle data and security-critical operations.
- Working with customers, understanding their pain points and challenges, and helping secure their code.
Requirements
Do you have experience in Cloud infrastructure?, * A passion for "Security as Code" and the drive to spend time automating a detection rather than fixing a single instance of a bug.
- An interest in diving into the internals of how languages work-from memory management to how specific frameworks handle state.
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Application Security Vulnerabilities.
- Proficiency in a programming language.
- Interest in learning about the mechanics and inner workings of a language or a framework, and the ability to self-study highly technical concepts.
- A passion for cybersecurity, and a desire to contribute and be an active participant in the security community., * Have experience in Static Analysis (SAST) , compiler design, or formal methods.
- Are familiar with how modern CI/CD pipelines and developer workflows operate.
- Have a track record of contributing to the broader security community or publishing original research.
Benefits & conditions
Snyk is committed to creating an inclusive and engaging environment where our employees can thrive as we rally behind our common mission to make the digital world a safer place. From Snyk employee resource groups, to global benefits that help our employees prioritize their health, wellness, financial security, and a work/life blend, we aim to support our employees along their entire journeys here at Snyk.
Benefits & Programs
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Prioritize health, wellness, financial security, and life balance with programs tailored to your location and role.
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Flexible working hours, work-from home allowances, in-office perks, and time off for learning and self development
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Generous vacation and wellness time off, country-specific holidays, and 100% paid parental leave for all caregivers
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Health benefits, employee assistance plans, and annual wellness allowance