Application Security Engineer, Infrastructure

Tesla • Austin, TX

476d

About The Position

The Application Security Engineer will be a key member of Tesla's Application Security team, responsible for enhancing security standards across the vehicle ecosystem. This role focuses on securing web applications, APIs, and mobile apps that are critical to Tesla's connected fleet, ensuring the integrity and robustness of software security through assessments, code reviews, and collaboration with development teams.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of OWASP Top 10 and common web application vulnerabilities
• Experience with application security testing tools (e.g., SAST, DAST, SCA)
• Proficiency in at least one programming language relevant to web security (e.g., Python, JavaScript)
• Familiarity with modern web frameworks and architectures
• In-depth knowledge of secure coding practices and secure SDLC integration
• Experience in implementing and managing application security programs

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough security assessments of Tesla's web applications, APIs, and mobile apps that support our vehicle ecosystem
• Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in our software supply chain, including third-party integrations and open-source components
• Perform security architecture reviews and threat modeling for new and existing systems
• Conduct code reviews to identify security flaws in both legacy and new codebases
• Develop and maintain secure coding guidelines and best practices for development teams
• Implement and manage application security tools within our CI/CD pipeline
• Provide security training and guidance to development teams to foster a security-first mindset
• Collaborate with other security teams to address complex, cross-functional security challenges
• Stay current on emerging web application security threats and countermeasures

Benefits

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
• Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
• Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution options
• Company Paid HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plans
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
• Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
• Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
• Tesla Babies program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts and perks program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed