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Robinhood

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.

Our read on this posting2.6out of 5
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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