Python Engineer (AppSec) ID71662
AgileEngine Silao de la Victoria, Guanajuato, Mexico
Software Development · 1,001-5,000 employees
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About the role
You will integrate security gates like SAST, DAST, and SCA into CI/CD pipelines and tune scanning tools to reduce false positives. Additionally, you will assist in deploying automated security baselines and provide code-level remediation guidance to development teams.
What they look for
Requirements
The role requires 3–5 years of commercial software engineering experience with strong Python proficiency for automation. Candidates must have practical knowledge of CI/CD orchestration, vulnerability management, and AppSec tooling.
Benefits
Full description
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Python Application Security Engineer to automate security controls and improve vulnerability management across CI/CD pipelines.
MUST HAVES
- 3–5 years of commercial experience in software engineering.
- Solid coding proficiency in Python for automation and scripting.
- Working knowledge of modern CI/CD orchestration tools and practical experience interacting with vulnerability scoring frameworks.
- AppSec tooling expertise or security architecture.
- Ability to operate with minimal supervision on day-to-day execution, reliably completing complex scripting and integration tasks.
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Experience in DevSecOps/AppSec.
- Ability to comfortably read and navigate Java source code.
- Hands-on experience with specific CNAPP or ASPM platforms (e.g., Wiz).
- Basic understanding of application threat modeling.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Pipeline Integration: Write and maintain the scripts necessary to integrate security gates (SAST, DAST, SCA) seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline.
- Security Data Triage: Continuously tune and configure existing security scanning tools to eliminate false positives and deliver high-confidence alerts.
- Baseline Automation: Assist in coding and deploying automated hardened baselines and secure coding patterns.
- Code-Level Remediation: Work directly with product development teams to provide actionable, code-level remediation guidance in Java and Python.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Professional growth: Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
- Competitive compensation: USD-based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.
- Exciting projects: Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.
- Flextime: Flexible schedule with remote and office options.
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