Principal Software Engineer, Security
The Principal Software Engineer, Security at Coalition, Inc. takes a strategic leadership role within the core engineering team, focusing on advancing the security of Coalition's technical infrastructure and products. This position is set within a fast-growing cybersecurity and insurance technology company that protects organizations from digital risk, blending cutting-edge technology with innovative risk management solutions. The role interfaces across product and engineering teams to ensure robust risk controls and secure software development lifecycle practices.
Key responsibilities include designing, implementing, and overseeing security solutions throughout the company's product offerings and infrastructure, leading efforts to identify potential vulnerabilities and fostering an intelligent approach to secure code and systems. The Principal Software Engineer will also mentor other engineers, provide guidance on secure design patterns, driving both high-level vision and hands-on implementation, and coordinate with product and operations teams on security initiatives.
Required qualifications include deep expertise in software engineering, a strong background in application and infrastructure security, and hands-on experience with secure software architectures. Candidates should possess advanced knowledge of security best practices, design and code review experience, and prior involvement with threat modeling, incident response, and DevSecOps methodologies. Effective communication skills, prior experience in cross-team leadership, and proficiency with modern cloud technologies and languages such as Python, Go, or similar are important.
Compensation for this role is competitive for senior engineering talent in the cybersecurity space, with Coalition, Inc. offering comprehensive benefits including remote flexibility, generous equity packages, health and wellness programs, and opportunities for professional growth. The company supports ongoing technical training and hosts regular team-building events.
Coalition, Inc. cultivates an innovative, mission-driven, and inclusive environment where engineers are empowered to tackle meaningful problems at scale. Growth opportunities are abundant as the company rapidly expands both its product portfolio and its impact on the evolving digital risk landscape, making it an exciting choice for talented security-focused engineers.