Sr. Security Engineer, Application Security

Amazon is a global technology company that leads in e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
13+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · E-Commerce · Healthcare

Description For Sr. Security Engineer, Application Security

In Amazon Stores, we ship some of the widest arrays of technology found at any company. From amazon.com to world-class machine learning pipelines, from digital healthcare to no-checkout retail, we push the boundaries of technology in every direction using the globe's largest AWS deployment. As an AppSec engineer, you will collaborate with software development teams to ensure we keep our customers safe while developing these novel services. The role combines technical security expertise with leadership through influence and clear communication. You'll work on code reviews, security frameworks, and service design while partnering with development teams. The position offers work-life harmony and focuses on high-impact security work. The ideal candidate will be a security generalist with deep expertise in specific areas, able to articulate risks to various audiences and guide teams toward secure solutions. This role is part of Amazon Stores' AppSec organization, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while maintaining customer trust and security.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Security Engineer, Application Security

  • Create and maintain threat models for software projects
  • Perform manual and automated secure code review
  • Develop security automation tools
  • Conduct adversarial security analysis
  • Provide security training and outreach to development teams
  • Offer security architecture and design guidance
  • Solve complex security problems requiring novel approaches

Requirements For Sr. Security Engineer, Application Security

Java
Python
JavaScript
  • BS in Computer Science, Information Security, or 13+ years of experience in application security
  • Understanding of threat modeling and manual source code review
  • Knowledge of security vulnerabilities and attacker exploit techniques
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to drive multiple complex security reviews
  • Strong application security background
  • Experience with AWS architecture

Benefits For Sr. Security Engineer, Application Security

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Flexible work hours
  • Work-life harmony focus
  • Career development and mentorship opportunities
  • Ongoing DEI events and learning experiences

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