Software Engineer - Platform Security

Palo Alto, CAfull timeOn Site

mid

$100k–$258k

H1B: no

xAI Software Engineer - Platform Security at xAI builds AI-driven security tools to protect Kubernetes infrastructure and secure AI systems. The role involves designing security tooling, addressing vulnerabilities, and championing secure engineering practices.

Responsibilities

Design and build AI-driven security tooling and agents using Grok to identify, analyze, and mitigate vulnerabilities in the platform infrastructure and customer facing application(s)
Proactively identify security problems to solve and own the design and implementation end-to-end
Collaborate and be a security champion while driving technical decisions across the organization

Qualification

Experience in PythonCertifications such as CISA

Required

3+ years of professional experience building production software
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for deploying and securing containerized applications

Preferred

Experience in Python, Rust, or Go, with strong problem-solving skills and a focus on clean, efficient code
Experience developing AI-driven security tools or integrating AI into security workflows
Knowledge of software supply chain tools, including SBOM management and dependency scanning
Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, Security+, CASP+
Proficiency in designing scalable backend architectures to support secure systems
Familiarity with security testing frameworks (e.g., Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, SAST/DAST)
Familiarity with Kubernetes-based environments and securing cloud-native infrastructure
Proven ability to drive technical decisions and influence security practices across teams

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Equity/RSU
Life Insurance

Company

xAI

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