Senior Software Engineer, Synack
Artificial intelligence
$145-240k
More information about location
Security testing platform
Open for applications
Security testing platform
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$145-240k
More information about location
201-500 employees
Company mission
To create technology that unleashes the best cybersecurity talent to secure our digital world.
Role
Who you are
- 7+ years of experience in machine learning engineering, with a strong foundation in statistics, mathematics, or a related field
- 3+ years of demonstrated experience in designing and implementing machine learning models and data pipelines in production environments
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions
- Strong communication skills, capable of presenting findings and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Proficient in Python and strong understanding of AI and machine learning algorithms and frameworks (e.g. Tensorflow, PyTorch)
- Strong knowledge of data management systems, both SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g.MongoDB)
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Desirable
- Experience in fast-paced startup environment
- Experience in Cyber Security
What the job involves
- We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer - AI, where you'll be spearheading the development of cutting-edge AI-driven solutions tailored for the offensive security sector
- This role demands a hands-on approach to designing, developing, and deploying machine learning models that address specific cybersecurity challenges, enhancing our product offerings and meeting our customers’ critical needs
- You'll lead by example, mentoring junior engineers and promoting a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Design, implement and deliver scalable AI and machine learning solutions
- Develop robust AI models capable of identifying vulnerabilities, automating penetration testing processes, workflow optimization and enhancing threat intelligence
- Own and drive the end-to-end development of AI product features from ideation to deployment, monitoring and model management
- Actively participate in and contribute to design and implementation of AI solutions, promoting best practices during the project lifecycle
- Lead technical discussions, code reviews, and design sessions, sharing your expertise to uplift the team's capabilities
- Provide mentorship and support to junior engineers, encouraging professional growth and development
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate AI capabilities into broader systems and applications
Our take
As the cyberthreat landscape continues to get more complex, there is a need for sophisticated solutions. Fuelled by expertise in countering kinetic and cyber threats, Synak was founded to deliver on-demand security testing to meet this need.
Synack fosters an ecosystem where world-class security researchers collaborate to provide continuous penetration testing and vulnerability management. This allows the company not only to supply actionable results but also to cultivate a community-based approach to knowledge sharing.
In 2022, Synack was integrated into Microsoft Intelligence. This allowed it to bolster its innovation through collaboration with Microsoft's vast resources and expertise. As a result, Synack has fortified its position at the forefront of cutting-edge security solutions, and continues to launch new capabilities to address the evolving challenges of cybersecurity.
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Insights
-23% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
May 2020
$52m
SERIES D
Apr 2017
$21.3m
SERIES C
Total funding: $107.3m
Company benefits
- Ample Holidays and Time Off: Depending on where you are in the world, we offer the best and most accommodating time off policies, bar none. We believe in working hard to play hard
- Paid Parental Leave: Proud parent-to-be? We are thrilled for you and recognize this is a time you don't want to miss. Synack provides team members with a generous paid parental leave policy
- 100% Covered Health Plan Benefit: Our people are our greatest asset, and that's why we invest in high-quality healthcare coverage for our employees with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits in the U.S.
Company HQ
Redwood Shores, Redwood City, CA
Leadership
Jay Kaplan
(Co-Founder & CEO)Graduated from the George Washington University with an MS in Engineering Management. Previously worked as a Computer Scientist at the Defense Information Systems Agency and as a Senior CNO Analyst at the National Security Agency.
Mark K.
(Co-Founder & CTO)Graduated from Auburn University with a Ph.D. in Computer Science. Previously worked as an Advisor at CloudKnox Security and as a CNE Analyst at Novetta.
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