Product Security Engineer- Ai/Ml
Job Overview
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Date PostedApril 9, 2026
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Expiration dateOctober 1, 2026
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Experience7 Years
Job Description
Job Detail
- Define the strategy, metrics, and implementation plan for a successful security program that measurably improves Modular’s security maturity while supporting development velocity and business objectives
- Analyze and strengthen the security of Modular’s software, infrastructure, and supply chain to prevent, detect, and respond to attacks
- Stay up to date with the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures across application, infrastructure, and supply chain security
- Build and automate “shift-left” security practices within the software development lifecycle to help teams deliver secure code faster
- Conduct risk assessments on third-party vendors, services, and software dependencies to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities
- Develop and implement security policies and procedures for evaluating new technologies, software acquisitions, and integrations
- Collaborate with engineering, IT, and procurement teams to ensure secure deployment and sourcing practices
- Monitor for and investigate security incidents, coordinating response, containment, and remediation across teams
- Educate and train staff on security best practices, awareness, and secure development principles
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure resilience
What You Bring To The Table
7 years of experience in security engineering, software engineering, or infrastructure security roles, with a strong understanding of secure system design and architecture- Deep knowledge of software supply chain security, including build system hardening, artifact signing, dependency management, and vulnerability scanning
- Hands-on experience implementing “shift-left” security practices, integrating security into CI/CD, IaC, and developer workflows
- Familiarity with incident response, threat modeling, and risk assessment processes, especially in fast-moving engineering environments
- Proficiency in at least one systems language (C, C , Go, or Rust) and one scripting language (Python, Bash, or similar)
- Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with developers, IT, and leadership to embed security into everyday operations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, you can explain complex security issues clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Curiosity and creativity for solving complex problems, and a pragmatic, engineering-driven approach to building secure systems that empower innovation
- Strongly identifies with our
- Team Building Events
- We organize regular team onsites and local meetups in Los Altos, CA as well as different cities
- Traveling 2-4 times a year is expected for all roles
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Working at Modular will enable you to grow quickly as you work alongside incredibly motivated and talented people who have high standards, possess a growth mindset, and a purpose to truly change the world
The estimated base salary range for this role to be performed in the US, regardless of the state, is $234,000- 00 – $286,000
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The estimated base salary range for this role to be performed in Canada, regardless of the province, is $221,000- 00 – $270,000
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The salary for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of permissible, non-discriminatory job-related factors, which include but are not limited to education, training, work experience, business needs, or market demands- This range be modified in the future
- The total compensation for a candidate will also include annual target bonus, equity, and benefits, with equity making up a significant portion of your total compensation
For candidates who fall outside of the listed requirements, we nevertheless encourage you to apply as we have openings that are lower/higher level than the ones advertised
Modular is proud to emphasize an equal opportunity, safe environment for people to do their best work- Modular is an affirmative action employer
- We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status
- We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements
If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let your recruiter know, and we will work with you to meet your needs in compliance with the ADA
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U- S
- If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment
- Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9
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