Senior Security Engineer, Stores AppSec

Amazon Stores is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join their AppSec team, working on one of the most diverse technology stacks in any company. This role combines technical expertise with leadership and communication skills to ensure the security of Amazon's vast array of services.

The position involves working with software development teams to maintain security while developing innovative services. Daily activities include code inspection for security issues, framework development for secure software development, and collaborating on service design with development teams. The ideal candidate should possess both technical depth and the ability to influence and communicate effectively.

As a security generalist with areas of deep expertise, you'll be responsible for threat modeling, secure code review in languages like Java, Python, and JavaScript, and developing security automation tools. The role emphasizes both technical execution and leadership, including mentoring team members and driving security strategy.

Amazon Stores offers a supportive environment focused on work-life harmony, with dedicated resources to optimize on-call responsibilities and ensure high-value work. The organization values diverse experiences and backgrounds, encouraging applications from candidates with non-traditional career paths.

The compensation package is comprehensive, ranging from $143,300 to $247,600 based on location, plus equity opportunities and full benefits. The role offers significant growth potential within Amazon's security organization, which is central to maintaining customer trust across all Amazon products and services.

This position provides an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while contributing to the security of one of the world's largest e-commerce platforms. You'll be part of a team that values continuous learning, diversity of thought, and professional development, while working on challenging security problems at a massive scale.