Senior Software Engineer, Security Platform
Robinhood · Bellevue, WA; Menlo Park, CA
Posted about 2 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 66 days Robinhood's roles stay open a median of 66 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 5% of Robinhood's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Robinhood
- high 112 stale, 4 reposted of 130 open
- Hiring momentum
- 190 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-08
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Robinhood's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Robinhood.
About this role
As a Senior Software Engineer on the Security Platform team, you will design and build backend systems that securely manage customer data at Robinhood. Your responsibilities will include developing secure data pipelines, implementing authentication and privacy measures, and collaborating with various engineering teams to enhance data protection and system reliability. This role emphasizes high-impact work in a fast-paced environment focused on innovative financial solutions.
- benefits
- 3/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Robinhood as an employer.
What you need
- 5+ years of software engineering experience focused on backend systems, data infrastructure, or security
- Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Python, Go, or Java
- Experience building and operating services in cloud environments such as AWS and Kubernetes
- Experience with distributed systems such as databases, messaging systems, or data processing frameworks (e.g., PostgreSQL, Kafka, Spark, Snowflake)
- Understanding of data protection principles such as encryption, secure data handling, and privacy-focused system design
What you get
- Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
- 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
- Lifestyle wallet for wellness, learning, and more
- Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
- Time off including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more
- Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces
Worth weighing
- In-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week
- Base pay range varies by location and is dependent on various job-related factors
- No specific mention of remote work options beyond the in-person requirement
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Listed by Robinhood on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-08. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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