Security Software Engineer II, Corporate Security

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About Pinterest:</strong></p> <p>Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.</p> <p>Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pinterestcareers.com/our-life/pinflex/">flexibility</a> to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.</p> <p>At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.</p> <p>Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process <a href="https://www.pinterestcareers.com/our-philosophy-on-ai-in-hiring/">here</a>.</p></div><p>This role is part of Pinterest’s Corporate Security team and will collaborate closely with engineers to tackle complex enterprise security challenges. You will have the opportunity to design and implement innovative solutions that protect Pinterest’s systems and data. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring the safety and resilience of the company’s enterprise environment.</p> <p><strong>What you’ll do:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Automation &amp; Tooling - Develop scripts, tools, and automated pipelines to streamline vulnerability scanning, incident triage processes. Integrate security tools within CI/CD pipelines.</li> <li>Implement Secure Engineering Practices -&nbsp; Design, develop, and maintain software systems with security best practices integrated throughout the development lifecycle.\</li> <li>Collaborate with XFN Teams - Partner with security engineers and IT to improve detection and remediation of threats across infrastructure and applications.</li> <li>Use AI to accelerate analysis and iteration, while applying judgment and verification to ensure correctness and quality.</li> <li>Leverage AI to streamline and enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and coverage of security engineering and review processes.</li> <li>Grow your skills in an inclusive and encouraging environment</li> <li>Learn from supportive, collaborative teammates</li> <li>Use modern technologies and tools (including AI)</li> <li>Work on real security challenges that protect millions of users and make a real impact from day one</li> </ul> <p><strong>What we’re looking for:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Linux/UNIX, macOS or Windows internals with an emphasis on proactive hardening</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to use AI to improve speed and quality in your day-to-day workflow for relevant outputs.</li> <li>Strong track record of critical evaluation and verification of AI-assisted work (e.g., testing, source-checking, data validation, peer review).</li> <li>High integrity and ownership: you protect sensitive data, avoid over-reliance on AI, and remain accountable for final decisions and deliverables.</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or, a related field or equivalent experience</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>In-Office Requirement Statement:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>We recognize that the ideal environment for work is situational and may differ across departments. What this looks like day-to-day can vary based on the needs of each organization or role.</li> <li>This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times every 6-months and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong><br>Relocation Statement:</strong></p> <ul> <li>This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our<a href="https://www.pinterestcareers.com/pinflex/"> PinFlex</a> page to learn more about our working model.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>#LI-REMOTE</p> <p>#LI-AH</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.</p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found <a href="https://www.pinterestcareers.com/pinterest-life/" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></em></p></div><div class="title">US based applicants only</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$123,696</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$254,667 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Our Commitment to Inclusion:</strong></p> <div>Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/sS24D4WboEKUZMQK6">this form</a> for support.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><em>By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, omission, or misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire.</em></div></div>