Senior Software Engineer, Product Security

Senior Software Engineer, Product SecurityJoin to apply for the Senior Software Engineer, Product Security role at CartaSenior Software Engineer, Product Security1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Software Engineer, Product Security role at CartaThe Company You’ll JoinCarta connects founders, investors, and limited partners through world-class software, purpose-built for everyone in venture capital, private equity and private credit. Trusted by 65,000+ companies in 160+ countries, Carta’s platform of software and services lays the groundwork so you can build, invest, and scale with confidence.Carta’s Fund Administration platform supports 9,000+ funds and SPVs, representing nearly $185B in assets under management, with tools designed to enhance the strategic impact of fund CFOs. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work, Carta is shaping the future of private market infrastructure.Together, Carta is creating the end-to-end ERP platform for private markets. Traditional ERP solutions don’t work for Private Funds. Private capital markets need a comprehensive software solution to replace outdated spreadsheets and fragmented service providers. Carta’s software for the Office of the Fund CFO does just that - it’s a new category of software to make private markets look more like public markets - a connected ERP for private capital.For more information about our offices and culture, check out our Carta careers page.The Problems You’ll SolveAs a Senior Software Engineer, Product Security with the power to change the product, the pipeline, and our developers on-boarding, you’ll be able to help us design and evolve our product security program. We are the partners of product and infrastructure engineering and need curious minds to help us keep paving the way.Some of the problems you’ll help us solve are:Leadership & StrategyDefine and drive the product security best practices across product teams.Mentor and guide junior security engineers and cross-functional teams on secure development practices.Threat ModelingPerform threat modeling exercises for new and existing products to identify potential security vulnerabilities.Develop and implement effective mitigation strategies in collaboration with product and engineering teams.Secure Development & ArchitectureIntegrate security best practices into the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and infrastructure design.Work closely with development and operations teams to design security into products from inception through deployment.Vulnerability ManagementPerform comprehensive security testing, including code reviews, penetration testing, fuzz testing, and the development of automated security tools.Bug Bounty Program ManagementManage and enhance our bug bounty programs and third-party security testing initiatives, engaging with platforms such as Bugcrowd.Evaluate vulnerability reports from external researchers, prioritize remediation efforts, and clearly communicate findings to relevant pliance & Continuous ImprovementSupport compliance efforts to align with industry standards and regulations (e.g., SOC2, GLBA, etc) while driving continuous improvement in security processes and policies.Assess and improve the security posture of supporting infrastructure and third-party integrations.Stay current with emerging security trends and technologies, integrating them into our security framework as appropriate.Collaboration With SecopsParticipate in security incident response efforts, conduct root cause analyses, and coordinate remediation across teams in partnership with Security operations.About YouBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.5+ years of experience in product or application security with demonstrable expertise in secure software development and infrastructure security. (Strong preference for candidates who have been a Software Engineer and/or have experience building software applications.)Deep understanding of threat modeling, risk management, and vulnerability assessment methodologies.Experience with secure API development, microservices security, and addressing emerging infrastructure security challenges.Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Django, Java, JavaScript) and familiarity with secure coding practices and frameworks such as OWASP SAMM.Hands-on experience with security tools and experience integrating automated security testing into CI/CD pipelines.Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.Nice To HavesFamiliarity with cloud security best practices and container security technologies.Proven experience managing bug bounty programs and working with platforms such as Bugcrowd.Demonstrated track record in leading security initiatives within fast-paced, innovative environmentsSalaryBenefitsCarta’s compensation package includes a market competitive salary, equity for all full time roles, exceptional benefits, and, for applicable roles, commissions plans. Our minimum cash compensation (salary + commission if applicable) range for this role is:$191,250 - $225,000 in San Francisco, CA; Santa Clara, CAFinal offers may vary from the amount listed based on geography, candidate experience and expertise, and other factors.DisclosuresWe are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations due to a disability or medical condition are needed, please connect with the talent partner via email.Carta uses E-Verify in the United States for employment authorization. See the E-Verify and Department of Justice websites for more details.For information on our data privacy policies, see Privacy, CA Candidate Privacy, and Brazil Transparency Report.Please note that all official communications from us will come from an @ or @ domain. 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Created: 2025-09-17