Application Security Leader

Vantage Talent Solutions • United Kingdom, United Kingdom, UK • £110,000 - £140,000 / year • 7h ago

Job Title: Application Security Engineer Leader

Location: Remote (UK/Europe)

Salary: £110,000 - £140,000 + Stock Options + Bonus

About the Company:

Join a rapidly growing AI company at the forefront of transforming how businesses communicate. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the world, they are pioneering innovative solutions that simplify and enhance user experiences. With a commitment to ethical AI practices and a dynamic work culture, this company is poised for significant expansion.

Benefits:

Competitive Salary: £110,000 - £140,000 (Flexible!)
Stock Options
Bonus Structure
Remote Flexibility: Work from anywhere in the UK or Europe.
Innovative Team: Collaborate with smart, forward-thinking individuals.
Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development in a high-impact role growing fast.

The Role:

As a Lead Application Security Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and scaling the application security program for this fast-growing scale-up. You’ll work closely with product managers, engineers, and researchers to implement secure-by-default product features. This hands-on leadership position requires someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working with cutting-edge technology.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and implementation of security features and best practices.
Collaborate with engineering teams to conduct threat modelling and code reviews.
Drive the scaling of application security initiatives and programs.
Foster strong partnerships across product teams to ensure security alignment.

Requirements:

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in application security, including scaling security programs for fast-growing companies. (AI experience is a huge plus but start-up/scale-up experience is must.)
Strong technical background in coding and cryptography, with the ability to dive deep into security challenges and communicate effectively.
Experience with SaaS products and understanding of cloud security considerations (especially AWS).
Proven track record of building relationships with engineering teams and product managers.

Note: No VISA sponsorship is available; candidates must have the right to work in the UK or Europe. (If Europe then a highly skilled communicator in English.)

Even if you are not actively looking for a new opportunity, this is a fantastic chance to interview with a rapidly scaling company that is integrating all parts of AI with security at the forefront.