Senior Staff Security Engineer, zero-trust identity & cloud-native

A global technology company providing ride-sharing, food delivery, and transportation services through its platform.
$257,000 - $285,500
Security
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For Senior Staff Security Engineer, zero-trust identity & cloud-native

Join Uber as a Senior Staff Cloud Native Security Engineer to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge zero-trust identity security models. In this role, you'll be instrumental in shaping Uber's engineering security practices, focusing on cloud-native architectures and multi-tenanted security models. You'll work with various cloud platforms including GCP, OCI, AWS, and Azure, implementing robust security design patterns and ensuring compliance with industry best practices.

The position offers an opportunity to drive security innovation at scale, working with modern identity tools and techniques through well-defined federation strategies. You'll be responsible for building and managing comprehensive security policies, developing automated security validation pipelines, and implementing scalable zero-trust frameworks for cloud-native applications.

As a technical leader, you'll mentor engineers and collaborate across DevOps, infrastructure, and application teams to align IAM security strategies. The role requires expertise in cloud-native security tools, identity management systems, and DevSecOps practices. You'll work with technologies like Kubernetes, Istio, and various cloud platforms while implementing security best practices.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned security professional who wants to make a significant impact on a global scale. With competitive compensation including base salary, bonus potential, and equity awards, plus comprehensive benefits, Uber offers an attractive package for top talent. The hybrid work environment allows for both collaborative office time and flexible remote work, creating an ideal balance for professional growth and work-life integration.

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Responsibilities For Senior Staff Security Engineer, zero-trust identity & cloud-native

  • Define and drive strategy for securing cloud environments (GCP, OCI, AWS, Azure)
  • Build and manage security policies, including IAM, network segmentation, and endpoint protections
  • Design and implement scalable zero-trust frameworks for cloud-native applications
  • Develop automated security validation pipelines using Infrastructure-as-Code tools
  • Act as a technical leader, mentoring engineers and collaborating with teams

Requirements For Senior Staff Security Engineer, zero-trust identity & cloud-native

Python
Go
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with focus on cloud-native systems and identity security
  • Proven expertise in zero-trust security models and architectures
  • Skilled in multi-cloud and hybrid SaaS ecosystem
  • Understanding of Kubernetes, container runtime
  • Domain Expertise in cloud-native security tools
  • Domain knowledge of identity IDP, federation, SSO, FIDO2, MFA, and PKI, Cloud IAM
  • Proficiency with scripting and automation (Python, Go) and DevSecOps practices
  • Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, and logging solutions
  • Leadership and ability to influence cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication

Benefits For Senior Staff Security Engineer, zero-trust identity & cloud-native

Medical Insurance
Equity
  • Bonus program
  • Equity awards
  • Benefits package

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