Trail of Bits · 3 months ago
Senior Security Engineer, Research & Engineering
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $200K/yrTrail of Bits is a premier security firm founded by expert hackers, focused on advancing security and addressing technology's most challenging risks. The role involves designing, building, and enhancing security tools and frameworks, collaborating with researchers and clients to tackle complex security challenges across various contexts.
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Responsibilities
Security Tool Development: Design and implement security-focused software tools and frameworks
Open Source Contribution: Contribute to open-source security projects and develop internal tools
Security Solution Architecture: Analyze complex security challenges and develop practical, deployable solutions
Full-Stack Security Understanding: Understand security implications across the stack, from low-level systems to application frameworks
Secure Implementation: Implement secure CI/CD pipelines and integration with GitHub Actions
AI/ML Security Research: Contribute to AI/ML security research and tooling
Security Code Review: Evaluate and improve the security of existing software through code review and enhancement
Technical Communication: Communicate technical concepts effectively to team members, clients, and the broader security community
Technical Troubleshooting: Root-cause analysis and debugging on low-level technical issues
Project Management: Interpret requirements, decompose tasks, and make engineering estimates
Qualification
Required
Strong software development skills with experience in: Rust, C++, and/or Python. Occasionally, Go or Java knowledge is necessary
Knowledge of AI/ML systems and associated security challenges
Familiarity with AI development tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and others
Experience with secure development practices and building secure software
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new programming languages, frameworks, and technologies
Understanding of computer security principles and common vulnerability classes
Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing
Preferred
Prior contributions to open-source security tools or frameworks
Experience developing commercial-grade software used by the public
Understanding of low-level systems, including memory management and operating system internals
Experience with compiler technology, program analysis, or binary analysis
Participation in CTF competitions or other security challenges
Experience with multiple programming languages and paradigms
Experience in reading, writing, and publishing academic papers
Experience in public speaking
Benefits
Competitive salary complemented by performance-based bonuses
Fully company-paid insurance packages, including health, dental, vision, disability, and life
A solid 401(k) plan with a 5% match of your base salary
20 days of paid vacation with flexibility for more, adhering to jurisdictional regulations
4 months of parental leave to cherish the arrival of new family members
$10,000 in relocation assistance to support your transition
$1,000 Working-from-Home stipend to create a comfortable and productive home office
Annual $750 Learning & Development stipend for continuous personal and professional growth
Company-sponsored all-team celebrations, including travel and accommodation, to foster community and recognize achievements
Philanthropic contribution matching up to $2,000 annually
Company
Trail of Bits
Since 2012, Trail of Bits has helped secure some of the world’s most targeted organizations and products.
Founded in 2012
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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Co-Founder & CEO
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Co-Founder & CTO
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