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Application Security Engineer

xAI · Palo Alto, CA

CHECKED 14H AGO

Frontier labonsitemid-level$100k–$258k
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Secure cloud-native applications across full software development lifecycle.
  • Lead threat modeling and vulnerability remediation with development teams.
  • Tackle AI-specific risks including LLM security and supply chain integrity.

What they offer

  • Equity
  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance

Ideal candidate

Hands-on, curious security engineer with a builder mindset who thrives in small, flat teams and cares deeply about securing cutting-edge AI and cloud-native products.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in application security with focus on code security
  • Deep understanding of secure coding practices and OWASP Top 10
  • Proficiency in Python or Rust with secure coding practices
  • Experience securing CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
  • Familiarity with software supply chain security and SBOM tools
  • Experience with security testing and code analysis tools
  • Understanding of AI/ML security and OWASP LLM Top 10
  • Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences

Lab profile

About xAI

Builds AI systems to understand the universe and advance human knowledge.

Known for

  • Engineering excellence focus
  • Large-scale data center operations
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