Senior Software Engineer, Security Partner

As a Senior Software Engineer, Security Partner at Reddit, your responsibilities will encompass developing and nurturing strong relationships with key internal and external partners, conducting security risk assessments, and driving the implementation of security features in our products. You'll act as the go-to contact for security inquiries, ensuring effective communication and collaboration while promoting security best practices among internal teams and partners.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer, Security Partner role at Reddit, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field along with 5+ years of experience in security partnerships or information security roles. A strong understanding of security principles, best practices, and programming skills in Golang are essential, alongside excellent communication and project management abilities.

Candidates for the Senior Software Engineer, Security Partner position at Reddit should be proficient in Golang programming, with familiarity in DevOps technologies for deploying code in production environments. Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, GCP), infrastructure components, and distributed system design is also crucial. Experience with vendor security assessments and compliance standards will greatly enhance your candidacy.

At Reddit, the Senior Software Engineer, Security Partner is responsible for promoting security awareness and best practices among both internal teams and partners. This includes developing and delivering training materials and presentations to ensure that all stakeholders are well-informed about security protocols and trends.

Reddit offers a comprehensive benefits package for the Senior Software Engineer, Security Partner position, including healthcare benefits, 401k matching, mental health support, flexible vacation, and generous parental leave. Additionally, equity options are available to enhance your compensation package and encourage personal investment in our mission.

To effectively answer this question, highlight specific instances where you conducted threat modeling assessments. Discuss the methods you used to identify potential vulnerabilities and how your findings influenced risk mitigation strategies within projects or teams you worked with.

Elaborate on your approach to fostering inter-team communication, emphasizing techniques such as regular check-ins, collaborative tools, and promoting open dialogue. Discuss how effective communication has helped build stronger partnerships and improved security processes in your previous roles.

Your answer should reflect a solid grasp of essential security principles, such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Cite specific best practices related to access control, encryption, and compliance with standards like ISO 27001 or NIST while illustrating how you have applied these in practical scenarios.

Outline your strategies for staying informed about the rapidly evolving landscape of security. This could include participating in industry conferences, engaging in professional organizations, subscribing to security bulletins, and following key thought leaders in the field.

Choose an incident that highlights your problem-solving abilities and technical expertise. Detail the incident, the steps you took to respond, how you communicated with stakeholders, and the lessons learned from the experience that would be beneficial for future situations.

Discuss any hands-on experience you have had with compliance frameworks such as SOX, PCI-DSS, or GDPR. Explain your role in ensuring adherence to these regulations, including any audits you have been part of and the compliance measures you implemented.

Your response should showcase familiarity with various security assessment tools and explain why you favor certain tools based on their effectiveness, user-friendly interfaces, and the specific needs of the projects you worked on. Examples could include tools for static code analysis, vulnerability scanning, or risk assessment.

Detail your experience in creating or facilitating training sessions, workshops, or material that educates teams about security best practices. Highlight specific initiatives you led or participated in to boost security literacy among staff.

Describe your approach to project management, including techniques for prioritization such as assessing risk levels, deadlines, and resource availability. Share any relevant tools or methods you use to stay organized and meet competing project demands.

Emphasize the importance of collaboration in achieving shared goals, particularly in a security context. Discuss how you build trust with team members, seek input and feedback, and create inclusive environments that enhance collaboration across cross-functional teams.