Senior Security Application Engineer

As a Senior Application Security Engineer at BitGo, you will lead the technical execution of our product security strategy across high-growth FinTech and Web3 digital asset platforms. You will build end-to-end security programs and integrate automated security controls directly into the software development lifecycle, securing complex cloud environments and blockchain-adjacent technologies. This role is full-time onsite at our New York City office.

What you'll do

• Lead comprehensive threat modeling and product security architecture reviews in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Integrate security automation into CI/CD pipelines using SAST, DAST, and continuous vulnerability management tools
• Architect and implement secure-by-default cloud infrastructure on AWS using Terraform and Kubernetes
• Design and deploy robust encryption services, key management systems (KMS), and advanced data protection controls across distributed environments
• Oversee operational security initiatives including corporate bug bounty programs, incident response workflows, and regular penetration testing engagements
• Secure next-generation AI-integrated applications by establishing input/output validation protocols and LLM guardrails
• Engineer proactive defenses to safeguard platform infrastructure against sophisticated adversaries and nation-state-level threats

What you bring

• 8+ years of experience engineering and scaling end-to-end security programs for high-growth companies
• Proven background securing platforms within FinTech, Web3, and digital asset ecosystems
• Strong engineering proficiency in distributed systems, microservices, and languages such as Python or Java
• Hands-on mastery of container security, Kubernetes orchestration, and AWS infrastructure hardening
• Practical knowledge of implementing technical controls to meet SOC 2 Type II and GDPR compliance standards
• Deep expertise in securing AI/ML lifecycles, MLOps frameworks, and agentic AI platforms
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent technical field

What we offer

• Base salary of $200,000-$235,000 USD, depending on leveling and location
• Equity and annual performance bonus
• 100% company-paid health insurance for employee, partner, and dependents
• Up to 4% 401k company match
• Paid parental leave and paid vacation
• Free commuter and parking pass, near Caltrain
• Free custom lunches, dinners, and snacks
• Computer equipment and workplace furniture to suit your needs
• Benefits may vary based on location

About BitGo

BitGo (NYSE: BTGO) is the digital asset infrastructure company delivering custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing, stablecoins, and settlement services from regulated cold storage. Since 2013, BitGo has served thousands of institutions, including many of the industry's top brands, financial institutions, exchanges, and platforms, and millions of investors worldwide.