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SoftwareEngineer (Platform Security)
xAI · Palo Alto, United States
About The Role
Join our Platform Security team as a Software Engineer, where you will design and implement AI-powered security tools to protect our Kubernetes-based infrastructure. You will proactively address vulnerabilities and champion secure engineering practices across the organization. Ideal candidates are passionate about impactful innovation, excel at writing clean, efficient code, and thrive in fast-paced environments. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, flexible vacation, visa sponsorship, and a 401(k) plan.
- Design and implement AI-powered security tools to proactively address vulnerabilities and enhance platform security.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical decisions and champion secure engineering practices across the organization.
- Identify security problems, own the design and implementation of solutions, and ensure the scalability and effectiveness of security measures.
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for deploying and securing containerized applications
- Knowledge of software supply chain tools, including SBOM management and dependency scanning
- Certifications like CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, Security+, CASP+, or similar preferred
- Proficiency in designing scalable backend architectures to support secure systems
- 3+ years of experience in fast-paced, high-impact environments, ideally at startups or tech-driven companies
- Expertise in Python, Rust, or Go, with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on clean, efficient code
- Familiarity with security testing frameworks (e.g., Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, SAST/DAST)
- Proven experience building tools or systems from scratch, with a focus on scalable solutions
- Familiarity with Kubernetes-based environments and securing cloud-native infrastructure
- Experience developing AI-driven security tools or integrating AI into security workflows
- Proven ability to drive technical decisions and influence security practices across teams
- Strong collaboration skills, with experience working in dynamic, cross-functional teams
- A passion for challenging the status quo and building transformative security solutions
- A sense of humor and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
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