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Software Engineer, Trust & Safety

Vercel
Location
Hybrid - San Francisco, New York City
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Security
Salary
$196,000 - $294,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of experience in abuse prevention, trust & safety, or security engineering
  • Strong programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript and Python
  • Hands-on experience working with LLMs, including prompt engineering, evaluation, and fine-tuning
  • Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, including AWS
  • Strong understanding of real-world threat actor behavior and abuse tactics
  • Experience owning systems end-to-end, from initial research through production deployment and iteration
What the job really is

As a Software Engineer in Trust & Safety at Vercel, you will focus on building and operating systems that protect developers and projects from abuse. Your day-to-day tasks will involve analyzing threat actor behavior, implementing LLM-driven techniques for abuse detection, and collaborating with various teams to create scalable defenses against emerging threats.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package, including equity
  • Inclusive Healthcare Package
  • Learn and Grow - mentorship and networking opportunities
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Gear and WFH budget provided
Things to weigh
  • San Francisco base pay range is $196,000 - $294,000, but actual salary may vary based on location and experience
  • Role includes in-office anchor days for those within commuting distance of specific offices, otherwise fully remote
  • Collaboration with multiple teams may require strong interpersonal skills
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