Staff Software Engineer, PTaaS

Global leader in human-powered security, harnessing the world's largest community of security researchers with cutting-edge AI to protect digital assets.
$169,000 - $211,000
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
8+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Staff Software Engineer, PTaaS

HackerOne, the global leader in human-powered security, is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their PTaaS (Penetration Testing as a Service) team. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, working on a product recently recognized as a leader in GigaOm's PTaaS Radar report. The position offers the opportunity to work with one of the world's most vibrant security researcher communities while building features for both hackers and enterprise clients.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll lead technical projects, collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, and Principal Engineers, and contribute to systematic improvements across the codebase. The role requires broad technological expertise, deep domain knowledge, and strong business acumen. You'll be part of a flexible work environment that balances remote work with occasional in-person collaboration in Seattle, Austin, or Washington DC.

The position offers competitive compensation ($169K – $211K plus equity) and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, equity options, retirement plans, and unlimited PTO. You'll join a company trusted by industry leaders like Coinbase, General Motors, GitHub, and the U.S. Department of Defense, working on cutting-edge security solutions that combine human expertise with AI technology.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years of software engineering experience, strong expertise in dynamic programming languages, and proven project leadership experience. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of security testing while working with a diverse, inclusive team committed to excellence and innovation.

Last updated 15 days ago

Responsibilities For Staff Software Engineer, PTaaS

  • Work as a project lead together with stakeholders, designers and product leaders
  • Build, ship and maintain highly-available, performant and durable features
  • Work with your team to deliver key results for impactful objectives
  • Be a part of cross-squad initiatives
  • Mentor and be mentored by other engineers

Requirements For Staff Software Engineer, PTaaS

JavaScript
PHP
Python
Ruby
PostgreSQL
React
  • 8+ years of general Software Engineering experience
  • Experience with dynamically typed, OOP languages such as JavaScript, Objective-C, PHP, Python or Ruby, Bash
  • 3+ years Practical SQL experience, PostgreSQL preferred
  • Practical experience with React JS or similar libraries
  • Documented experience leading technical projects through all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle

Benefits For Staff Software Engineer, PTaaS

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Equity
401k
Parental Leave
Mental Health Assistance
  • Health (medical, vision, dental) insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Equity stock options
  • Retirement plans
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid maternity and parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Work Stipend

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