Senior Cloud & Application Security Engineer (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Cloud & Application Security Engineer in United States.

We are seeking a Senior Cloud & Application Security Engineer to lead the development and implementation of best-in-class security solutions for modern, cloud-native applications. This role offers the opportunity to shape a robust security program across containerized, multi-tiered platforms while leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to detect and mitigate risks. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, collaborating across engineering, DevOps, and product teams to secure cloud infrastructure and SaaS applications. You will drive continuous improvement, guide DevSecOps initiatives, and deliver scalable solutions while maintaining compliance and safeguarding sensitive data. This position balances hands-on technical expertise with strategic influence to advance security operations at scale.

Accountabilities:

• Provide technical leadership to design and implement secure, scalable cloud-native applications and containerized microservices.
• Lead DevSecOps initiatives, including GITOps optimization, automated workflows, and infrastructure security.
• Identify risks and gaps in existing platforms and propose future-state solutions to enhance security posture.
• Architect big-data solutions to capture, analyze, and surface security events across large-scale logs and environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure application development, deployment, and operations.
• Research and leverage modern AI-assisted tools to improve security processes, development velocity, and incident response.
• Mentor and support engineering teams on secure coding practices, cloud security, and DevSecOps best practices.
• Participate in complex security investigations, intrusion detection, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in cloud security, containerization, and application security for SaaS and microservices platforms.
• Strong AWS engineering experience and proficiency in Linux environments.
• Expertise in secure software development practices using JavaScript/Node.js, Python, and/or Golang.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted coding and security analysis tools.
• Experience with DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and automated workflows.
• Proven ability to manage large, complex projects involving multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make practical security decisions under pressure.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for technical leadership and cross-team initiatives.
• Systems engineering, application development, or DevOps background, or equivalent technical expertise.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary range of $160,000 – $236,000 plus discretionary bonus and equity.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible work arrangements, including fully remote options for US-based employees.
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave programs.
• Professional development funding, mentorship programs, and growth opportunities.
• Access to wellness resources, employee resource groups, and community engagement initiatives.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture fostering diversity, equity, and innovation.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!