Senior Security Software Engineer, Application Security

Chicago, IL, US; Remote, USRemotePosted Yesterday

Role Overview

Pinterest is hiring a Senior Security Software Engineer, Application Security. This is a full-time remote role, with the team based in Chicago, IL, US; Remote. Part of Pinterest's Lifecycle hiring, posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Senior-level Lifecycle roles is $146k-$195k (based on 130 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

About Pinterest:

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.

At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.

Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here.

Pinterest’s Security team is seeking an experienced Security Software Engineer to help keep our 619 million monthly active users safe from real-world threats. You will build tooling, product enhancements, and work with teams to improve our overall security posture and enhance our secure development lifecycle. We are looking for a candidate with a passion for security and innovation, who will research and develop new solutions to secure our products.

What you'll do:

Design and build out our rules, processes, and platform for our secure development lifecycle.
Deliver and review code that is well-documented, tested, and operable.
Work cross function to architect scalable and secure solutions to a variety of Pinterest’s problems.
Conduct regular security assessments including design reviews.
Help rework our existing controls to address increased productivity due to AI and new AI threats.

What we’re looking for:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of experience in product security, application security, or security related software engineering role.
Enthusiasm for the constant fight to ensure security and privacy.
Proficiency in a dynamic programming language such as Python.

In-Office Requirement Statement:

We recognize that the ideal environment for work is situational and may differ across departments. What this looks like day-to-day can vary based on the needs of each organization or role.
This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times every 6-months and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.

Relocation Statement:

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.

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At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.

Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.

US based applicants only

$155,584—$320,320 USD

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.

By submitting this application, I certify that all information submitted in my application and throughout the hiring process is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any false statement, omission, or misrepresentation may disqualify me from employment consideration or result in termination if discovered after hire.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Senior Security Software Engineer, Application Security position at Pinterest?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Pinterest. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Is the Senior Security Software Engineer, Application Security role at Pinterest remote?

Yes. This is a remote role. The team is based in Chicago, IL, US; Remote, but the position itself does not require relocating to that office.

What does a Senior Security Software Engineer, Application Security at Pinterest earn?

Pinterest has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Security Software Engineer, Application Security role at Pinterest posted?

This role was posted on July 11, 2026 (yesterday). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Security Software Engineer, Application Security role at Pinterest require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Pinterest lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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