Distinguished Engineer, R&D Lead

Secure Code Warrior

Distinguished Engineer and R&D Lead tackling the hardest technical problems for AI software development. Engaging in research and thought leadership to shape the future of secure code.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

tackle unsolved problems on the roadmap
generate technical intelligence to keep ahead of the market
build prototypes to validate ideas for next generation of product
engage in external research community and contribute to company thought leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience
strong foundation in computer science
ability to prototype rapidly in tech stacks
deep practical knowledge of AI/LLM systems
genuine curiosity about how developers work
comfort operating across technical prototyping, market intelligence, and external engagement
analytical skills to translate technical findings into actionable intelligence
published work or thought leadership in AI safety or secure code generation

Benefits

Comp & perks

full flexibility
generous leave
work from home options

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Hard Skills & Tools

prototypingAI systemsLLM systemssecure code generationtechnical intelligenceanalytical skills

Soft Skills

curiosityengagementthought leadership