Senior Application Security Engineer
TLDR
Shape the future of application security through innovative practices, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance security posture across product development.
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Let’s Tango! Where Innovation Meets Impact.
At Tango we’re all about helping businesses make smarter decisions through powerful technology, insightful data, and a whole lot of collaboration. Whether you're a creative thinker, a strategic planner, a tech wizard, or a customer champion, there's a place for you on our team. We believe work should be meaningful and fun — so if you're ready to make a difference while enjoying the journey, come join us and let's Tango!
We’re hiring a Senior Application Security Engineer to join our dynamic and growing Security team!
Responsibilities:
Secure Development & Product Enablement
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Integrate security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and CI/CD pipelines
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Conduct code and dependency scanning using tools like SAST, DAST, and SCA
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Perform security design reviews and architecture consultations
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Define and implement security controls for AI-powered product features
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Enable developers through secure coding guidance, training, and tooling
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Mentor security champions across engineering teams to scale security expertise
Threat Detection & Response
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Collaborate with other security engineers on threat detection and incident response
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Support vulnerability triage and remediation across applications
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Partner with Engineering and Product teams to embed secure-by-design practices
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Perform post-incident reviews and drive remediation of root causes
Security Program Development
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Lead product security assessments and coordinate remediation efforts
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Contribute to the development of secure architecture patterns, standards and privacy-by-design guidelines
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Help shape the future of application security as we scale and innovate
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Ensure application security meets regulatory and customer compliance requirements (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.)
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Partner with Legal, Privacy, and Compliance teams to implement secure data handling and data protection practices
Metrics & Continuous Improvement
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Define and track metrics (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the application security program, such as vulnerability remediation times and developer training coverage.
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Report application security posture, risks, and trends to leadership
About You:
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5+ years of experience in application security or software engineering with a security focus
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Strong understanding of secure coding practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top 10) and privacy-by-design principles
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Hands-on experience with modern development frameworks and security tools (e.g., Snyk, Veracode)
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Familiarity with AI/ML systems and their unique security considerations is a plus
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, and DevOps
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Experience with cloud environments, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and Kubernetes is highly desired
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Passion for enabling secure innovation and solving complex security challenges
What We Offer
We’re committed to creating an environment where you can thrive—professionally and personally. Our offerings include:
- Competitive Compensation We recognize and reward your contributions with a salary package that reflects your value.
- Comprehensive Benefits Including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and generous paid time off to support your well-being.
- Flexible Work Environment Whether remote, hybrid, or in-office, we support work arrangements that promote productivity and balance.
- Inclusive & Collaborative Culture We foster a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, teamwork is encouraged, and everyone has a voice.
Tango is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, parental status, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Base pay offered is contingent on qualifications and other operational considerations. Base pay is just one piece of the full compensation structure offered at Tango. If this pay range is outside of your expectations, we still encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.
Base pay offered for this position is: $140,000 – 190,000 (USD)
Tango builds a robust real estate and facilities management platform that leverages predictive analytics and GIS technology to empower businesses in making informed decisions across the property lifecycle. Our solution is designed for organizations seeking to optimize their real estate strategies and drive sustainability, setting us apart in a market often bogged down by generic tools.
- Founded
- Founded 2008
- Employees
- 201-500 employees
- Industry
- Professional Services
- Total raised
- $30M raised