Application Security Engineer, SDO AppSec EMEA

Amazon is seeking an Application Security Engineer to join their Security team in London, focusing on maintaining and enhancing security across Amazon's diverse product portfolio. This role sits at the intersection of security and software development, requiring both technical expertise and strong communication skills.

The position involves working closely with software development teams to ensure security is built into Amazon's services from the ground up. Day-to-day responsibilities include code inspection for security vulnerabilities, framework development for secure coding practices, and collaborative design work with development teams. The role requires a security generalist with deep expertise in specific areas, combining technical acumen with the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

As part of Amazon's security organization, you'll be responsible for maintaining high security standards across all Amazon products and services. The role offers exposure to various domains including cloud, devices, retail, entertainment, healthcare, and physical stores. You'll be creating and maintaining threat models, conducting secure code reviews in languages like Java, Python, and JavaScript, developing security automation tools, and providing security training to development teams.

Amazon's security team values diverse experiences and maintains an inclusive culture where ongoing DEI events and learning experiences are part of the workplace fabric. The company offers significant opportunities for career growth through knowledge-sharing, training, and various career-advancing resources. They emphasize work-life harmony and provide flexibility as part of their working culture.

The ideal candidate will have experience in threat modeling, secure coding, identity management, and software development. They should be able to work independently, solve complex security problems, and effectively influence team processes and priorities. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging security problems while contributing to the protection of Amazon's global customer base.

Working at Amazon means joining a company that prioritizes security as central to maintaining customer trust. You'll be part of a team that continuously raises the performance bar while striving to become Earth's Best Employer. The role offers competitive benefits and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while protecting millions of customers worldwide.