Application Security Engineer Jobs

Explore Application Security Engineer jobs at companies seeking professionals to protect software throughout its development lifecycle. These roles focus on identifying and reducing application vulnerabilities, integrating security into engineering workflows, and helping teams build safer products. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

What Application Security Engineers Do

Application Security Engineers assess software for security weaknesses and work with developers, architects, and security teams to address risks. Responsibilities may include code reviews, threat modeling, penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, and building security checks into continuous integration and delivery pipelines. The exact scope varies by organization, product, and seniority.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with secure software development, application security testing, and common web or API vulnerabilities. Familiarity with programming languages, cloud environments, DevSecOps practices, and security standards can be valuable. Strong communication skills also matter: engineers need to explain findings clearly and help product teams prioritize practical fixes.

Career Paths and Specializations

Application Security Engineers may specialize in product security, cloud application security, mobile security, security automation, or penetration testing. With experience, professionals can advance into senior or principal engineering roles, security architecture, product security leadership, or broader cybersecurity management.

Find Application Security Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Application Security Engineer opportunities and compare roles by responsibilities, location, and employer. Ladders focuses on professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities aligned with their skills and career goals.

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$267K - $297K *

Lead the charge in building robust security platforms and AI-driven automation to safeguard software ecosystems. Collaborate across teams to enhance supply chain integrity and implement continuous off...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$267K - $297K *

Pioneer advanced security solutions by building scalable platforms and tools that protect software ecosystems. Collaborate across teams to enhance security in AI applications and software supply chain...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$251K - $377K *

Lead the charge in securing Snap’s Lens runtime and web clients. Collaborate with engineering teams to design robust security architectures, conduct vulnerability research, and mentor engineers while...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$93K - $140K *

Advance cloud security practices by enhancing standards and controls for Azure and AWS environments. Collaborate with teams to implement risk-based solutions, support application security, and contrib...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$93K - $140K *

Elevate cloud security by enhancing standards and implementing risk-based controls across Azure and AWS. Collaborate with teams to secure applications and support AI initiatives, ensuring robust gover...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$193K - $309K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud security capabilities, leading hands-on initiatives and shaping strategic direction. Collaborate across engineering teams to secure AWS environments and mentor pee...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $137K *

Unlock your potential as you drive secure automation for cloud migrations, developing infrastructure as code and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensure compliance whil...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security for Kubernetes environments. Lead initiatives to identify vulnerabilities, conduct security assessments, and collaborate with engineers to ensure a r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by collaborating with sales and customers to identify challenges and deliver impactful solutions that safeguard operations and information...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive innovative security solutions, engaging with customers and partners to address their unique challenges. Leverage your expertise in pre-sales and engineering to enhance operati...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive collaboration with sales teams to identify prospects and deliver tailored security solutions, addressing technical challenges and enhancing customer engagement through education and presentation...

Dover, DERemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT security by managing and deploying advanced security controls. Collaborate with experts to protect King County services from threats while improving operat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Shape our security landscape by defending enterprise systems against threats. You'll investigate incidents, develop security controls, and ensure robust protection of corporate IT platforms within a d...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive security innovation by managing and optimizing enterprise security technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security in design, enhance risk posture, and leverage AI for au...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data security through Microsoft Purview. You'll manage data classification, loss prevention, and insider risk, collaborating with various departments to ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$188K - $242K *

Shape the future of secure software development by integrating security into CI/CD pipelines, automating vulnerability management, and collaborating with engineering teams to create a safer coding env...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $115K *

Optimize security measures by leading technical solutions to mitigate information risks. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and oversee incident response, safeguarding all computing platforms a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity and modernizing technology across global banking operations. Collaborate with diverse professionals to implement secure application architectures and improve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$69K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software security by identifying vulnerabilities and implementing robust solutions. Collaborate with developers and engineers to ensure secure software practi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $124K *

Drive the evolution of Cyber Defense by engineering and automating security operations, enhancing incident response, and maintaining enterprise security platforms to ensure robust protection and swift...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead the secure architecture direction for a cloud-native financial platform, ensuring robust security controls and hands-on implementation while guiding teams to enhance security posture and reduce r...

Plano, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Empower enterprise security by deploying and scaling endpoint solutions, enhancing automation, and driving risk analyses. Collaborate across teams to uphold security standards and protect against evol...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $305K *

Drive application security excellence through threat modeling, vulnerability management, and secure code reviews. Collaborate globally with developers to enhance AI system security and implement best...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in securing software delivery within a large-scale AWS environment. Enhance supply chain security through automation, governance, and compliance, while tackling real security challenge...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $118K *

Unlock potential by driving application security initiatives through innovative tooling and automation. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to safeguard cloud platforms and implement security b...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Application Security Engineer do?question toggle

    An Application Security Engineer helps identify and reduce security risks in software. Typical work includes reviewing code and system designs, testing applications, modeling threats, prioritizing vulnerabilities, and partnering with developers to implement fixes.

  • What skills are commonly required for Application Security Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value secure coding knowledge, application security testing, familiarity with web and API vulnerabilities, programming experience, and an understanding of cloud or DevSecOps environments. Communication and collaboration are also important.

  • What is the difference between application security and cybersecurity?question toggle

    Cybersecurity is a broad field covering the protection of systems, networks, data, and applications. Application security focuses specifically on protecting software and its development lifecycle, from design and coding through deployment and maintenance.

  • Do Application Security Engineers need to know how to code?question toggle

    Many roles expect candidates to read and review code and understand how software is built. The amount of hands-on coding varies, but programming knowledge can help engineers identify vulnerabilities and work effectively with development teams.

  • How can I find Application Security Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Application Security Engineer listings on Ladders, where vetted professional opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its salary details, qualifications, responsibilities, and location.