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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Security Engineer - **Company:** Snap Inc. - **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $209,000.0 - $313,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Apple Mac Systems, Information Systems, Linux, Digital Forensics, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Network Intrusion Detection Systems, Cloud Services, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Malware, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Cybercrime, Build Tools - **Published:** September 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3380097886&tx=YT1313TTI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Proven experience in one or more of the following detection and response areas: digital forensics, malware analysis, incident management, host/network intrusion detection, threat intelligence * Proficiency in, or a strong aptitude for, leveraging AI tools to streamline development, paired with the critical judgment to audit generated output for architectural integrity, performance bottlenecks, and security risks. * Adaptability in learning and applying evolving AI systems and tools to remain at the forefront of engineering trends and modern development practices. * Strong development skills in Python and/or Go * Advanced knowledge of operating system internals, and a core competency in two or more of the following: macOS, Windows, Linux, Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services, and Google Cloud Platform, * Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent years of experience in a related technical field * 6+ years of post-Bachelor's security related experience; or Master's degree in a technical field + 5+ year of post-grad security related experience; or PhD in a relevant technical field + 2+ years of post-grad security related experience, * Demonstrated knowledge in threat hunting and developing logic to automate threat detection and incident response * Familiarity with cloud-based services and infrastructure (Google Cloud, Workspace, AWS, etc.) * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with high attention to detail * Practical experience in a BeyondCorp model * Work record of collaborating with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of a company ## Description * Design, pilot, and implement logging and alerting systems to detect malicious activity on Snap Inc.'s endpoints, infrastructure, networks, and cloud environments * Build tools and devise automation strategies to improve Snap Inc.'s ability to hunt threats and respond to intrusions * Investigate events generated by the alerting pipeline and triage potential incidents * Utilize AI tools and high velocity engineering workflows to design and ship scalable services while upholding rigorous standards for code correctness, security, and production ready quality code. * Work closely with multiple Snap Inc. teams during incidents and drive response efforts * Identify, analyze, fingerprint and build threat intelligence on trends and developments in adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for sophisticated threat actors spanning APTs and cybercrime. ## Related Videos - [Fighting the Next Wave of Cybercrime](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100331-fighting-the-next-wave-of-cybercrime) - [Enhancing Workload Security in Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/356-enhancing-workload-security-in-kubernetes) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [The Developer Workstation Blind Spot: Why Your Security Stack Can't See What Matters Most](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100254-the-developer-workstation-blind-spot-why-your-security-stack-can-t-see-what-matters-most) - [Deep Fakes: The Lies We Can’t See](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1187-deep-fakes-the-lies-we-can-t-see) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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