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About the role:
Join us at the forefront of AI coding security as we tackle one of the most critical challenges in software development today. You'll pioneer industry-leading research on "vibe coding" security, working directly with our cutting-edge AI Agent to make code generation safer and more secure. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI-assisted development while collaborating with security industry leaders and protecting millions of developers worldwide.
You will Lead the industry on vibe coding security research and prevention techniques
Improve Replit’s security posture through improved use of static and dynamic analysis, cloud security posture, and access control management.
Respond to security incidents and communicate security advisories to Replit users
Examples of what you could do Partner with security industry leaders on vibe coding security research and best practices
Model threats on new features in development, shaping them to be more secure
Improve Replit’s AI Agent to produce more secure code, and to detect and fix issues when they occur
Required skills and experience Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field, OR equivalent real-world experience in security engineering roles
7+ years of experience in information security with at least 3 years in a senior/lead role
Experience with cloud security posture management (GCP, AWS, or Azure)
Experience with security tools and technologies (SIEM, SAST, DAST)
Strong understanding of cryptography, PKI, and secure communication protocols
Experience with compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS)
Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting engineering teams to build secure-first software
Experience securing platform as a service environments
Knowledge of sandbox technologies and secure code execution environments
Experience with threat intelligence and security research
Previous experience at a high-growth technology company
Bonus Points
Advanced degree in Cybersecurity or related field
Experience with securing AI/agentic systems
Experience partnering with leading companies on security research
Open source security project contributions
What we value Problem-solving mindset: Ability to approach complex operational challenges systematically and devise effective solutions
Self-directed and autonomous: Capable of working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong communication skills: Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Continuous learning: Passion for staying current with industry best practices and new technologies
Focus on automation: Strong belief in automating repetitive tasks and building self-healing systems
Full-Time Employee Benefits Include
Competitive Salary & Equity
401(k) Program
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
???? Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental, Medical, Caregiver Leave
Commuter Benefits
Monthly Wellness Stipend
Autonoumous Work Environement
In Office Set-Up Reimbursement
Flexible Time Off (FTO) + Holidays
Quarterly Team Gatherings
In Office Amenities
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To achieve our mission of making programming more accessible around the world, we need our team to be representative of the world. We welcome your unique perspective and experiences in shaping this product. We encourage people from all kinds of backgrounds to apply, including and especially candidates from underrepresented and non-traditional backgrounds.
This is a full-time role that can be held from our Foster City, CA office. The hybrid role has an in-office requirement of Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
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