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Brain Corp · 10 hours ago

Senior Software Engineer, Security

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$144K/yr - $175K/yr

5+ years exp

Brain Corp is an AI company based in San Diego, California, focused on creating transformative technology for the robotics industry. The Senior Software Engineer - Security will strengthen the security posture of the company’s robotics platform and cloud services, collaborating with various teams to ensure systems are secure by design and implementing robust security practices.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesMachine LearningMarketing AutomationRoboticsSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain robust security practices across embedded systems, cloud infrastructure, webapps, CI/CD pipelines, and manufacturing workflows

Implement privilege separation, secure boot, key management, and authentication mechanisms to strengthen system-level protections

Ensure compliance with SOC2 and other customer security and data privacy requirements through audits, documentation, and proactive safeguards

Enforce policies for source control, cloud RBAC, data access, and software supply chain security

Develop monitoring and alerting systems for data access, network traffic, and cloud resources to quickly detect suspicious activity

Deploy tools and processes to detect exploitation attempts, respond to incidents, and minimize impact

Provide security insights on design reviews and code reviews, guide developers on secure coding standards, vulnerability remediation, and best practices

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Software, AI/Autonomy, Hardware, DevOps, IT, Privacy/Compliance) to ensure security is integrated by design

Continuously evaluate and recommend emerging technologies and security patterns to reduce the attack surface and future-proof the platform, while adapting security strategies and controls to address evolving threats

Conduct periodic audits and reviews to maintain a strong security posture and prepare for external security evaluations

Educate and mentor other SW engineers on security principles, common attack vectors, and prevention strategies

Qualification

Security principlesLinux security featuresCI/CD securityCloud security practicesCoding skills C++Coding skills PythonCoding skills GoCoding skills TypescriptVulnerability remediationAuditsPen testsCommunication skillsMentoring abilitiesCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field

5+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years focused on security engineering or applied cybersecurity

Strong understanding of security principles for distributed systems, embedded devices, and cloud platforms

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts with clarity and precision to diverse audiences, including executives, engineers and non-technical stakeholders

Proficiency with Linux security features (SELinux, AppArmor), secure boot, encryption, and cryptographic primitives

Experience with CI/CD security, SBOM integration, and secure software supply chains

Experience with GCP IAM/RBAC, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and network security practices

Strong coding skills in languages used across Brain Corp systems (C++, Python, Go, Typescript)

Experience conducting audits, pen tests, or preparing for external product security reviews

Excellent communication and documentation abilities, with experience influencing cross-functional teams

Comfortable working in an environment where priorities and technologies evolve rapidly

Preferred

Prior experience with robotics, IoT devices, or embedded systems

Hands-on experience with HSMs or code-signing infrastructure

Contributions to open-source security projects or a demonstrable public portfolio

Familiarity with SOC1, SOC2, GDPR, ISO27001, SIL2, or UL security/safety standards

Experience leading major re-platforming or privilege-separation initiatives

Benefits

A discretionary annual target bonus

Stock options

401(k) plan with match (no waiting period and immediate vesting)

Comprehensive suite of insurance benefits for employees (and their families) to include a variety of medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Legal/Identity support plans, pet insurance.

Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)

Generous paid time off including flexible vacation, Paid Sick Leave, time off for volunteering in the community, 10 paid company holidays, and a winter company shutdown

Daily on-site lunch available in the San Diego office

On-campus gym including pool and tennis courts in the San Diego office

Opportunities to connect with colleagues including monthly game nights, hikes, wellness challenges, and community events

Internal continuous learning events

Opportunities to share your own interests and hobbies with the Company