Security Engineer, AppSec Testing Automation and Insights

Amazon's Application Security Testing Automation and Insights team is seeking a Security Engineer to help secure applications across all Amazon services. This role combines creative problem-solving with practical security implementation, focusing on proactive security measures through research and scalable automation. The position offers an opportunity to work with Amazon's largest teams, implementing security solutions that protect critical applications and infrastructure.

The role involves developing and improving security testing rules, analyzing application frameworks for vulnerabilities, and creating automated solutions for security testing. You'll work in a collaborative environment while maintaining autonomy on projects, with guidance from senior engineers. The position requires strong programming skills, particularly in languages like Python, Java, or Go, and deep understanding of security principles.

This is an excellent opportunity for security professionals who want to make a significant impact on application security at scale. The role offers competitive compensation ($136,000-$212,800 based on location), comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with cutting-edge security technologies. You'll be part of Amazon's security organization, which is central to maintaining customer trust across all Amazon products and services.

The team culture emphasizes work-life harmony, continuous learning, and diversity of thought. You'll join a group that values curiosity, innovation, and different perspectives in tackling complex security challenges. The position offers career growth opportunities through exposure to various security domains and Amazon's vast technical landscape.

If you're passionate about application security, enjoy solving complex problems, and want to work on security solutions that impact millions of users, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge and opportunity at one of the world's leading technology companies.