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Senior Application Security Engineer

CharterUP
Location
Austin, Texas
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of experience in software engineering or security
  • 3+ years in application or product security
  • Strong software engineering skills in Java and/or TypeScript
  • Deep expertise in application security including threat modeling and secure system design
  • Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-native security
  • Strong technical judgment and influence
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with security and compliance standards, including SOC 2, PCI DSS, and GDPR
What the job really is

As a Senior Application Security Engineer at CharterUP, you'll be responsible for enhancing the security of software applications by leading security design reviews, threat modeling, and manual code reviews. Your role will involve managing security tooling and vulnerability management, focusing on areas like authentication, authorization, and payment systems. You'll work closely with the engineering team to establish security standards and practices while also developing automation and reusable libraries to scale security across the organization.

Benefits
  • Flexible Work Model
  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness
  • Time Off to Recharge
  • Financial Peace of Mind
  • Performance-Driven Culture
  • Referral Rewards
Things to weigh
  • Hybrid work model requires in-office presence on specific days
  • Salary range is provided but may not reflect all candidates' expectations
  • Role involves significant responsibility without direct authority
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