Hover

Security Software Engineer

Hover · san_francisconew_york

Posted 8 days ago · $148,000 - $183,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
8 days
Hover's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
100% of Hover's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Hover
high
15 stale, 1 reposted of 27 open
Hiring momentum
34 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

As a Security Software Engineer at Hover, you will be responsible for building and maintaining security systems that protect users and infrastructure. Your role involves collaborating on core security functions, developing secure services, automating security infrastructure, and supporting compliance processes. You will work closely with senior engineers to enhance security practices and contribute to the overall security posture of the platform.

Our read on this posting4.4out of 5
benefits
4/5
freshness
5/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • 1-2+ years of hands-on software engineering experience (or equivalent practical experience)
  • Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field, or strong technical fundamentals with an interest in security
  • Strong programming fundamentals and proficiency in at least one modern programming language (Ruby, TypeScript, Python, C++, etc.)
  • Basic familiarity with web security concepts and integrating security into the SDLC
  • Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-team interactions

Nice to have

  • Experience from internships or collaborative coding projects
  • Familiarity with security tools (e.g., SAST scanners, vulnerability detectors)
  • Demonstrated curiosity in security through CTF competitions, open-source contributions, or personal projects

What you get

  • Competitive salary and meaningful equity
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents
  • Unlimited and flexible vacation policy
  • Generous paid parental and new child bonding leave
  • Mandatory Self-Care Days
  • Recurring fitness classes, meditation/mindfulness tools, virtual therapy, and family planning assistance

Worth weighing

  • No fully remote roles considered; hybrid model requires in-office presence at least three times a week for those within 50 miles of San Francisco or New York City
  • Salary range provided but specific figures depend on location and individual qualifications

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Listed by Hover on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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