21h ago
Lead Security Engineer
UK, London
โจ $150k-$200k / yearest.
full-timelead Hybridsoftware
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll lead security initiatives embedding secure-by-design principles across platforms and products, blending architectural leadership with hands-on engineering for automated detection and response. You'll mentor engineers and coach teams on secure development lifecycles to strengthen the overall security posture.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Deliver proactive secure-by-default protections across cloud, CI/CD, and applications.
- Lead design reviews and threat modeling for high-impact features.
- Evolve detection and incident response capabilities with automated responders.
- Manage notable security incidents and tabletop exercises.
๐ Requirements
- 5+ years of broad hands-on security experience with strong software engineering fundamentals.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language with production-quality code.
- Proven track record of partnering across functions to drive security outcomes.
- Proficiency in Cloud Platforms (AWS) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
โจ Nice to Have
- Experience with Agentic Coding (e.g., Claude, Codex).
- Experience with Orchestration tools (e.g., N8N).
- Familiarity with Central Logging and Monitoring (e.g., Wazuh).
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐๏ธ Flexible hours and wellness perks.
- ๐ฐ Performance-based bonuses.
- ๐ 28 paid leave days plus well-being days.
- ๐พ Pawternal leave.
- ๐ Internal mobility and growth opportunities.
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter screenยท 30 min
- 2Technical interviewยท 60 min
- 3System design interviewยท 60 min
- 4Hiring manager interviewยท 45 min
๐ฉ Heads Up
- Unclear differentiation between individual contributor and leadership expectations.
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