Security Engineer • Staff

Who you are

You have extensive experience in offensive security, with a strong focus on red teaming and adversarial simulation — you've successfully executed security testing engagements that challenge assumptions and improve detection capabilities. Your technical execution is complemented by your ability to communicate risks clearly to various stakeholders, ensuring that findings lead to actionable improvements.

You are well-versed in ethical hacking methodologies and tools, including Burp Suite and Metasploit — your hands-on experience allows you to evaluate real-world threats effectively. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with engineering, detection and response, and privacy teams to strengthen security postures across the organization.

Your background includes a deep understanding of security frameworks and best practices, particularly those outlined by OWASP — you are committed to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest security trends and threats. You possess strong analytical skills, enabling you to assess complex security challenges and devise effective strategies to mitigate risks.

What you'll do

As a Staff Offensive Security Engineer at Robinhood, you will lead offensive security engagements that assess the resilience of our systems against real-world threats — your work will involve designing and executing red team exercises that simulate advanced adversaries. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that security findings are communicated effectively and remediated promptly.

You will be responsible for developing and refining security testing methodologies, ensuring they align with industry standards and best practices — your insights will help shape the overall security strategy of the organization. You will also mentor junior team members, sharing your expertise and fostering a culture of security awareness throughout the company.

Your role will require you to stay engaged with the latest security tools and technologies, continuously evaluating their effectiveness in protecting our infrastructure — you will participate in security assessments and audits, providing recommendations for improvements based on your findings. You will also contribute to the development of security policies and procedures, ensuring they are comprehensive and effective in mitigating risks.

What we offer

At Robinhood, we are committed to democratizing finance for all, and we believe that a strong security posture is essential to achieving this mission — you will be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.

You will work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on the security of our products and the trust of our customers — we encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives.