Senior Security Application Engineer
About this role
BitGo is currently hiring a Senior Security Application Engineer to work full-time onsite at the Palo Alto office. This position is ideal for an experienced security professional looking to drive product security and protect complex financial technology platforms.
Role Overview
The Senior Security Application Engineer will direct the technical execution of the product security strategy for high-growth FinTech and Web3 digital asset platforms. This position involves developing end-to-end security frameworks and embedding automated security defenses directly into the software development lifecycle. The professional in this role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to tackle advanced infrastructure and application security challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
Skills and Tools
Salary and Benefits
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $200,000 to $235,000 USD, determined by leveling and location. Additional compensation components include equity and a performance bonus. The benefits package features 100% company-paid health insurance for the employee, partner, and dependents, up to a 4% 401(k) company match, paid parental leave, paid vacation, a free commuter or parking pass near Caltrain, free custom meals and snacks, and customized computer and furniture equipment.
About the Company
BitGo serves as a digital asset infrastructure company providing custody, trading, staking, wallets, settlement services, and stablecoins from regulated cold storage. Established in 2013, the organization helps transition the financial system toward a digital asset economy, operating multiple regulated entities including the federally chartered BitGo Bank & Trust, National Association. BitGo supports thousands of institutional clients, top brands, exchanges, and millions of global investors.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official BitGo careers page to submit an application for this position.
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Questions candidates ask
Where is the Senior Security Application Engineer position located?
This position requires working full-time onsite at the BitGo office in Palo Alto, California.
What is the salary range for this role?
The base salary averages between $200,000 and $235,000 USD per year, depending on leveling and location.
How many years of experience are required?
Applicants must have 8 or more years of experience engineering and scaling end-to-end security programs for high-growth startups.
What educational background is needed?
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent technical field is required.
What benefits are included with the position?
Benefits include competitive base salary, stock options, annual performance bonuses, 100% company-paid health insurance for employees and dependents, up to 4% 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, paid vacation, free commuter passes, and custom daily meals.