Glean
Platform Security Engineer
$185K–$260K
Remote - US · Remote · Full-time · Posted Aug 27, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum 5+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on security.
- Education
- BA/BS in computer science or a related degree; MS a strong plus.
- Visa sponsorship
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About the job
Develops and maintains security features that protect Glean’s platform, including authentication, service communications, data storage, and access controls.
What you'll do
- Design, implement, and test secure platform software, including authentication, authorization, API security, and data access controls.
- Review code, develop automated security testing, and improve security practices across the development lifecycle.
- Respond to security incidents, document security procedures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
What they ask for
- Proven experience designing and implementing secure authentication and authorization systems.
- In-depth understanding of secure coding principles and practices, such as OWASP Top 10.
- Experience with secure communication protocols such as TLS/SSL.
- Familiarity with security testing tools and methods, such as static code analysis and penetration testing.
Nice to have
- MS degree (a strong plus).
- Experience with cloud security (AWS Security, GCP Security) or container security (Docker Security, Kubernetes Security).
Pay
USD $185,000 - $260,000 annually (base salary)
Tools
OWASP Top 10, TLS/SSL, Go, Python, Java, C++, AWS Security, GCP Security
AI focus
The role focuses on platform security, not AI development. Applicants complete a brief AI-focused interview exercise or discussion about how they think about, design, and use AI in their role.
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