Application Security Engineer
Writer • london, england • Posted July 01, 2026
About the Role
Requirements
- 4+ years of hands‑on experience in application security engineering, with a proven track record of securing large‑scale production systems—bonus points if you've worked in fast‑growing startups or high‑growth environments
- Understanding of developer experience and developer workflows for shipping features and products. You care deeply about reducing risk while considering velocity of engineers
- Technical expertise in at least two programming languages (Python, Java, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript) and the ability to read and review code across multiple languages, understanding both business logic and security implications
- Knowledge of security tools and methodologies including SAST/DAST solutions, vulnerability management platforms, security testing frameworks, and DevSecOps practices—you know which tools to use and when automation beats manual review
- Excellent communication skills that allow you to translate complex s...