Skydio

Staff Software Engineer - Security

San Mateo, California, United States · Staff+ · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$220k-$270kDetected 48 days ago

PythonKubernetesSIEMCompliance

About the role

You will split your time roughly evenly between architecture and hands-on engineering.
You will play a key role in maturing the systems that protect Skydio's commercial, government, and DoD customers.
Harden and improve security-related production software components as opportunities for better resilience and protection are identified

Review RFCs and partner with engineering teams on architectural decisions that have security implications
Design and build internal security systems end to end, including roadmap areas such as web application firewalls and vulnerability risk management tooling
Partner with Compliance to translate FedRAMP, SOC 2, Texas RAMP, ISO 27001, and CJIS requirements into practical technical controls
Strong coding ability and comfort building and maintaining tooling in languages such as Python or Go
Experience reviewing system designs and RFCs and providing clear, actionable security guidance
Comfort operating across both technical design and hands-on implementation in a role that spans both strategy and execution
At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation.
We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems.

7+ years of experience in cloud security, platform security, infrastructure security, or a related security-focused engineering role
Working knowledge of SIEM, vulnerability management, and related security tooling
Candidates must be eligible to access such information without additional U.S. government authorization, unless the company determines that any required authorization can be obtained.

Experience working in FedRAMP, SOC 2, ISO 27001, Texas RAMP, or CJIS-aligned environments
Experience with Kubernetes debugging, operations, or automation
Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.
Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles.
For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/

Improve how we monitor, prioritize, patch, and respond to vulnerabilities across our cloud footprint
Contribute to authentication and identity systems across cloud and corporate environments, including SSO and SCIM implementations

At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages.
Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.
Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles.
The annual base salary range for this position is $220,000
Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following

Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan.
This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria.
Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success.
Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans.

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility.
The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions.
We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.

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