Application Security Engineer

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As anApplication Security Engineer, you'll strengthen application security using SAST, DAST, and SCA, automate tasks with Python, Bash, and Go, and manage infrastructure with Terraform and Ansible. You'll collaborate with pentesters, handle vulnerabilities, and lead security initiatives independently while working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance overall security.

Your day-to-day

  • Ensure strong application security by overseeing the security framework and mitigating vulnerabilities;
  • Automate security in CI/CD pipelines, integrating SAST, DAST, and SCA for seamless protection;
  • Provide expert guidance to product engineers, enhancing application security with best practices;
  • Manage penetration testing and bug bounty programs, identifying and addressing security risks;
  • Develop engaging security training programs to foster awareness and best practices among engineers;
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and system administrators, to strengthen security;
  • Stay ahead of emerging security trends and propose innovative solutions to enhance secure development processes.

Your background and mindset

  • At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering;
  • Expert knowledge of SAST, DAST, and SCA;
  • Proficient in scripting and automation, using languages like Python, Bash, and Go;
  • Experience with infrastructure management, including Terraform and Ansible;
  • Strong knowledge of AWS, microservices, and CI/CD solutions;
  • Experience collaborating with pentesters, researchers, and bug bounty programs;
  • Self-driven and able to prioritize tasks, managing them independently while delivering on commitments;
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, capable of working with project teams, employees, and managers;
  • In-depth understanding of cybersecurity best practices and processes;
  • Fluent in English, both written and verbal;
  • Experience with languages like Elixir and Erlang is a plus.

Benefits for you

  • Learning & Growth. Personal L&D budget, internal and external training, company-wide knowledge-sharing sessions, smooth onboarding experience through Yolo Takeoff, and plenty of career development opportunities.
  • Slice of Yolo. A unique chance to invest in Yolo Group's venture fund, support the startups shaping our ecosystem, and grow alongside the businesses you believe in.
  • Wellbeing. Monthly sports allowance, paid wellness days, private health insurance, and mental health support - a balanced work-life approach to support both physical and mental wellbeing.
  • Milestones & Moments. Extra paid time off for your birthday, work anniversaries, marriage, child’s first school day, and other personal and professional milestones.
  • Workplace Experience. Modern offices, top-notch equipment, and all the coffee, snacks, and drinks you need to stay fueled and perform at your best, whether you’re remote or in-office.
  • Legendary Events. Annual Yolo Gala, summer parties, quarterly Meet & Mingle and regular team events - a mix of formal gatherings and spontaneous celebrations to keep the team spirit high.

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