Scale AI · 1 day ago
Security Engineer, Infrastructure & Security
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$206K/yr - $257K/yrScale AI is a company focused on bringing AI-enabled technologies to the world, and they are seeking a Security Engineer to enhance their infrastructure security for federal AI projects. The role involves designing secure backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with federal standards while engaging directly with public sector customers.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Data Collection and LabelingGenerative AIImage RecognitionMachine Learning
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement secure scalable backend systems for Public Sector customers, leveraging Scale's modern and cloud-native AI infrastructure
Own services or systems and define their long-term health goals, while also improving the health of surrounding components
Improve our high engineering standards, tooling, and process
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and execute the vision for backend solutions, ensuring they meet the unique needs of government agencies operating in secure environments
Participate actively in customer engagements, working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver innovative solutions
Contribute to the platform roadmap and product strategy for Scale AI's Public Sector business, playing a key role in shaping the future direction of our offerings
Qualification
Required
An active security clearance, and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with CI Poly. This is a requirement and candidates will not be considered who do not hold this level of clearance
Understanding of containerization (e.g., Docker) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes) is desired
Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and experience in developing and deploying applications in a cloud-native environment
Experience with Federal Compliance frameworks, and requirements (e.g, Cloud SRG, FedRAMP, STIG Benchmarks, etc)
Experience developing software & technical solutions that meet strict security & regulatory compliance requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to understand complex challenges and devise effective solutions
Ability to think critically, identify root causes, and propose innovative approaches to overcome technical obstacles
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and customers
Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and foster a collaborative work environment
Willingness to embrace new technologies, learn new skills, and adapt to evolving project requirements
Ability to quickly grasp and apply new concepts and stay up-to-date with emerging trends in software engineering
Must be able to support work 3-4 days a week from the DC or STL office
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage
Retirement benefits
A learning and development stipend
Generous PTO
A commuter stipend
Company
Scale AI
Scale’s mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world’s most important decisions.
Founded in 2016
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$15.9BKey Investors
MetaAccelDragoneer Investment Group,Greenoaks,Tiger Global Management
2025-06-10Corporate Round· $14.3B
2025-06-04Series Unknown
2024-05-21Series F· $1B
Leadership Team
Jason Droege
Interim Chief Executive Officer
Clemens Viernickel
Head of Product
Recent News
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