The Role
Develop Python automation for application security, integrate SAST, DAST, and SCA security gates into CI/CD pipelines, tune scanning tools, automate hardened baselines, and guide product teams on Java and Python code remediation. The role also supports security data triage, vulnerability prioritization, secure coding patterns, and DevSecOps implementation.
Summary Generated by Built In
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Python Application Security Engineer to automate security controls and integrate application security into software development workflows.
MUST HAVES
- 3+ years of experience combining software engineering experience, security implementation and/or architecture experience.
- Solid coding proficiency in Python for automation and scripting.
- Experience in DevSecOps/AppSec.
- Working knowledge of modern CI/CD orchestration tools and practical experience interacting with vulnerability scoring frameworks.
- Ability to operate with minimal supervision on day-to-day execution, reliably completing complex scripting and integration tasks.
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Ability to comfortably read and navigate Java source code.
- Hands-on experience with specific CNAPP or ASPM platforms (e.g., Wiz).
- Basic understanding of application threat modeling.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Pipeline Integration: Write and maintain the scripts necessary to integrate security gates (SAST, DAST, SCA) seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline.
- Security Data Triage: Continuously tune and configure existing security scanning tools to eliminate false positives and deliver high-confidence alerts.
- Baseline Automation: Assist in coding and deploying automated hardened baselines and secure coding patterns.
- Code-Level Remediation: Work directly with product development teams to provide actionable, code-level remediation guidance in Java and Python.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Professional growth: Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
- Competitive compensation: USD-based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.
- Exciting projects: Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.
- Flextime: Flexible schedule with remote and office options.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of combined software engineering, security implementation, and/or security architecture experience
- Solid Python coding proficiency for automation and scripting
- Experience in DevSecOps or application security
- Working knowledge of modern CI/CD orchestration tools
- Practical experience interacting with vulnerability scoring frameworks
- Ability to complete complex scripting and integration tasks with minimal supervision
- Upper-intermediate English proficiency
- Ability to read and navigate Java source code
- Hands-on experience with CNAPP or ASPM platforms such as Wiz
- Basic understanding of application threat modeling
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The Company
What We Do
AgileEngine is a privately held company established in 2010 that builds dedicated teams of designers and developers. We turn good ideas into awesome software that people actually want to use. Some of the biggest names and the hottest startups around the world chose us to build their tech.
