Security Engineer

Overview

Cuspai is seeking a Security Engineer to protect its proprietary materials discovery platform and frontier AI models. This role focuses on ensuring that rapid innovation occurs without compromising intellectual property or user safety, utilizing automated security pipelines and AI-specific guardrails. The position is based in Cambridge, UK, with options to work from other specified office locations.

Who can apply

Candidates must have at least three years of experience in a DevSecOps, Cloud Security, or Site Reliability Engineering role, preferably within a fast-paced startup or an AI-centric company. Applicants should possess a motivation for mission-driven work utilizing AI for planetary-scale impact.

What you get

The position offers a competitive salary along with company equity, a professional development budget, and 28 days of holiday in addition to local public holidays. Additional benefits include parental leave providing 26 weeks at full pay for primary caregivers and 12 weeks for secondary caregivers.

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate proven experience in building and securing continuous integration and deployment pipelines, strong proficiency in Infrastructure as Code, and expertise in securing cloud environments. Essential qualifications also include a deep understanding of container security and orchestration using tools such as Docker and Kubernetes, alongside practical knowledge of implementing security frameworks without impeding development cycles.

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly through the employer's process as outlined in the role announcement.