As the Founding Security Engineer, you will architect a secure-by-design platform for an industry-disrupting AI startup. You will lead the hardening of cloud infrastructure while ensuring data integrity as the company automates complex financial compliance workflows. This is a high-impact role requiring entrepreneurial thinking and the ability to balance deep technical security with rapid product development.
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Founding Security Engineer at VC-backed AI startup
Are you ready to build the security foundation of an industry-redefining AI platform? We are looking for a Founding Security Engineer in San Francisco to join a top-tier VC-backed startup. You'll lead the charge in hardening cloud infrastructure and designing a secure-by-design culture from day one. If you have 4-6 years of experience in AWS/SaaS security and want to influence the future of AI-driven compliance automation, this is your chance to take end-to-end ownership in a high-growth, autonomous environment.
Overview
Role overview
Company
About the company
VC-backed AI automation startup
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Design and implement end-to-end security architecture for AWS and SaaS environments at scale to ensure enterprise-grade protection.
- Work closely with the founding team to build a "secure by design" culture and platform that gains the trust of high-stakes clients.
- Act as a technical security expert in client-facing discussions, bridging the gap between deep technical implementation and business needs.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- Possesses 4-6 years of experience hardening AWS infrastructure and SaaS applications at scale within high-growth environments.
- Demonstrates a deep fascination with how artificial intelligence is evolving and a passion for leveraging AI to enhance security postures.
- Thrives in autonomous, ambiguous settings and possesses an entrepreneurial mindset focused on taking full ownership of security outcomes.
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What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Join as a founding team member with significant influence over the company's security culture and technical roadmap from day one.
- Backed by top-tier VCs and part of a prestigious global accelerator cohort, ensuring strong financial footing and industry visibility.
- Opportunity to redefine security for AI-driven auditing, turning a traditional compliance burden into a continuous, automated value-add for global enterprises.
Jack & Jill
How Jack & Jill work together
Meet Jack
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How does this work?
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