Security Software Developer

We are looking for a Node.js software developer to focus on security enhancements throughout the BitPay platform. The responsibilities for this position include analyzing potential security risks, hardening existing code against malicious actors, and ensuring that the design, application, and maintenance of software meets the security standards of the company.

To be successful as a Security Software Developer, you should have a strong interest in application security. Specifically interests in finding exploits, determining and applying effective mitigations for vulnerabilities, and designing secure systems, as they will be the foundation of all of your responsibilities. 

Responsibilities:

• Designing, coding, and debugging security related issues in software
• Updating existing code to meet the latest security standards
• Providing security risk analysis for new projects
• Recommending new technologies that can help increase security
• Investigating vulnerability reports from external and internal sources
• Collaboration with our senior development team to adjust security related processes
• Regularly attending team meetings to discuss projects, brainstorm ideas, and put forward solutions to any issues

Requirements:

• 2+ years experience in server-side development with Node.js
• Strong analytical skills with an interest in software security
• Good communication skills
• A strong desire to continuously learn
• Basic application security knowledge
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience

What will make a candidate stand out:

• Mongoose / mongodb experience
• AWS experience
• DAST / SAST / RASP / WAF experience
• Strong understanding application security
• Proven server-side security experience
• A portfolio of previous projects demonstrating javascript and security knowledge
• Experience securing mobile applications

What we offer

• Work with an extraordinary team of smart, fun, and highly motivated people
• An exciting, fast-growing tech company with a global presence where you can solve complex problems and make an impact every day
• Awesome learning and growth opportunities with professional development reimbursement
• A competitive salary with comprehensive benefits including fully paid medical and dental employee plans, telemedicine, life insurance, disability insurance, vision coverage, 401k, travel assistance, and more! 
• Option to be paid in bitcoin and enjoy a bitcoin match program
• Everyone is eligible for annual stock option awards 
• Generous time off including a sabbatical and the opportunity to choose your own holidays 
• Home office allowance, internet/cell reimbursement, free Amazon Prime and Spotify
• A remote-first company, with the option to work in our Alpharetta office in the beautiful, walkable restaurant/shopping district of Avalon