Staff Security Engineer, Application Security
Company: Robinhood
Location: Menlo Park
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to
democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets
will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades.
The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to
be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift,
keep reading. About the team role We are building an elite team,
applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial
problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers.
Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place
for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of
their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with
ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high,
and so are the rewards. The Product and Application Security team
builds and operates systems that help engineers identify and
resolve security risks earlier in the software development
lifecycle. The team focuses on creating practical safeguards—such
as libraries and frameworks—that make secure development the
default. You’ll work closely with engineering teams to reduce risk
at scale while supporting efficient product development. As a Staff
Security Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader and subject
matter expert, guiding how security is embedded into development
practices across Robinhood. You will design and implement systems
that provide clear security patterns for engineers, consult on
architecture and threat models, and help shape long-term security
strategy. This is a high-impact role with the opportunity to define
how application security evolves across the company! This role is
based in our Menlo Park, CA office, with in-person attendance
expected at least 3 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the
power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation,
and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional,
energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.
What you’ll do Design and build systems that help engineers
identify and address security risks earlier in the development
lifecycle Partner with product and engineering teams to review
system designs, conduct threat modeling, and guide secure
implementation Develop and maintain security guardrails, including
shared libraries, frameworks, and automated checks used in
production systems Lead initiatives such as AI security governance
and automated secure design reviews Influence security practices
across teams by providing guidance, setting standards, and
improving adoption of secure development patterns What you bring
You have 8 years of experience in application security, product
security, or a related field You have strong experience identifying
and addressing security risks earlier in the software development
lifecycle You have experience building production-grade systems in
Python or Go that other teams rely on You are comfortable leading
technical initiatives across teams without direct authority You
have experience working in environments that prioritize reliability
and structured incident response practices What we offer
Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career Performance
driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus
programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching Best in class
benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance
for employees with 90% coverage for dependents Lifestyle wallet - a
highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning,
and more Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility
benefits, and mental health benefits Time off to recharge including
company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and
more! Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and
comfortable workspaces. In addition to the base pay range listed
below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities equity
benefits. Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a
variety of job-related factors, which may include education,
training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands.
The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location
where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3
compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation
can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Base Pay Range: Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA;
Washington, DC) $217,000 - $255,000 USD Zone 2 (Denver, CO;
Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL) $190,000 - $224,000 USD Zone 3 (Lake
Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL) $169,000 - $199,000 USD
Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards, which vary by
region and entity. If our mission energizes you and you’re ready to
build the future of finance, we look forward to seeing your
application. Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all
applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and
complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws.
Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different
backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their
best. Please review the for your country of application.
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