Security Engineer

Skydio

Security Engineer at Skydio developing automation tools for cloud security. Building integrations and improving compliance controls in a multi-tenant environment.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeSan Mateo • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $160,000 - $210,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong coding ability in Python or Go, with a focus on automating workflows and integrating systems in cloud environments, particularly AWS. Capable of designing and building internal security systems while ensuring compliance and security standards are met.

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Python CodingGo CodingCloud Environment ExperienceAPI IntegrationSecurity and Compliance Engineering

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Hard Skills

Automation EngineeringSystem IntegrationSecurity Controls ImplementationWorkflow AutomationCompliance Reporting

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AWSInternal Security Systems

Industry Keywords

Multi-Tenant CloudCorporate EnvironmentsExport-Controlled Technology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudGoPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build automation and internal tooling for multi-tenant cloud and corporate environments
Write code to operate security controls and integrate systems
Replace manual processes with reliable engineering
Automate collection, validation, and reporting compliance evidence
Design and build internal security systems end to end
Participate in the security team's on-call rotation

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in a software, security, infrastructure, or platform engineering role
Strong coding ability in Python or Go
Experience automating workflows and integrating systems via APIs
Working knowledge of cloud environments (ideally AWS)
Interest in engineering solutions to security and compliance problems
Comfort operating across design and hands-on implementation
Eligible to access export-controlled technology and information without additional U.S. government authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salaries
Equity in the form of stock options
Comprehensive benefits packages
Health insurance plans
Paid vacation time
Sick leave
Holiday pay
401K savings plan