Description
As a Product Security Engineer at Astranis, you will be a software engineer with a passion for security, responsible for building and securing our web applications and services. Your role will involve embedding security into the software development lifecycle, from design to deployment.
While your primary role is to build secure software in Python and modern web stacks, your expertise will be used to identify vulnerabilities, conduct security reviews, and help engineering teams raise the bar for security across the board.
Key responsibilities include:
Performing security code reviews and penetration testing on our web applications and services Contributing to security initiatives and serving as a security champion within software development teams Providing guidance and support to developers on implementing security measures and secure coding best practices Collaborating with vendors, partners, and other Astranis software engineers to implement effective remediation strategies Performing risk assessments to identify and prioritize threats in our applications and infrastructure Working with development teams during the design phase to build secure systems and ensure our products are implemented to a high security standard Collaborating with software development teams to design and implement technical solutions that address identified risks
Requirements include:
2+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on security Strong investigative, analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail Experience with secure coding practices for web applications Software development experience and security expertise in Python and modern web frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, React) Proven experience in threat modeling and security assessments for web applications Proficiency in software development, including auditing and writing secure code Strong knowledge of security best practices, common vulnerabilities, and frameworks Strong communication skills, both written and spoken Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment