About Lyft
The friendly ride-sharing alternative to Uber
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in San Francisco, CA
- Over 100 million rides completed
- $4.9 billion raised in funding
- Acquired PBSC Urban Solutions in 2022
Lyft, headquartered in San Francisco, CA, is a leading ride-sharing company focused on improving transportation experiences in the U.S. and Canada. With over 100 million rides completed and $4.9 billion raised in funding, Lyft aims to provide a more reliable and environmentally friendly alternative ...
🎁 Benefits
Lyft offers a comprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off for salaried employees, 15 days PTO for hourly team members, and 18 wee...
🌟 Culture
Lyft fosters a culture focused on reliability and friendliness, positioning itself as a greener alternative to Uber. The company emphasizes local oper...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Lyft is hiring a Security Engineer to enhance the security architecture and ensure the safety of user data. You'll work with technologies like OWASP, Linux, and Python to secure systems across various platforms. This role requires a strong understanding of application and service security.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a solid background in security engineering, with experience in application and service security reviews. You understand the importance of safeguarding user data and have a proactive approach to identifying vulnerabilities. Your ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders sets you apart. You thrive in collaborative environments and can manage multiple tasks effectively, working independently when necessary.
You are familiar with security frameworks and best practices, including OWASP guidelines, and have hands-on experience with security tools and technologies. Your technical skills include proficiency in Linux and scripting languages like Python, which you use to automate security processes and enhance system defenses. You are also knowledgeable about containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes, which are essential for securing modern applications.
What you'll do
As a Security Engineer at Lyft, you will play a crucial role in designing and implementing security measures across the company's infrastructure and applications. You will conduct thorough security reviews of services and applications, providing actionable recommendations to improve security posture. Your work will involve collaborating with engineering teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle, ensuring that security is a fundamental aspect of product design and deployment.
You will also be responsible for monitoring security incidents and responding to potential threats, utilizing your expertise to mitigate risks effectively. Your ability to present findings and recommendations to leadership will help shape the company's security strategy. You will contribute to the continuous improvement of security processes and tools, fostering a culture of security awareness within the organization.
What we offer
Lyft offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow your skills and make a significant impact on the security of our systems. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about security and innovation. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Join us in our mission to keep our users' data safe and secure.
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