Principal AI Security Engineer at BetterUp

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

SaaS, AI, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

8+ years of experience in application and product security roles within cloud-native and SaaS environments, with a strong emphasis on securing AI/ML systems, models, and data pipelines
Proven success delivering security enhancements with SOC2, NIST, OWASP, CIS Benchmarks; huge plus with ISO 42001
Hands-on experience with SAST/DAST tooling, threat modeling, secure code review, and vulnerability management pipelines
Experience collaborating with internal stakeholders (including product, engineering, and go-to-market teams) as well as external partners to ensure alignment of security goals with product roadmaps
Demonstrated ability to influence engineering teams and drive secure design decisions without formal authority
Strong understanding of secure development practices for distributed systems, microservices, APIs, and data pipelines
Bonus: experience supporting or operating bug bounty or coordinated vulnerability disclosure programs
Strategic and pragmatic thinking with the ability to balance risk and product velocity
Technical depth in modern cloud-native architectures and software development lifecycles
Clear communication skills

Responsibilities

Translate emerging regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO 42001, SOC2, OWASP ASVS) and customer assurance requirements into actionable engineering enhancements
Define and guide the secure design and implementation of features across web, mobile, and AI-powered services, ensuring security is embedded early in the product lifecycle
Scale and lead the bug bounty and vulnerability disclosure programs, partnering with researchers and triage teams to drive rapid remediation and learning loops
Partner with AI/ML teams to assess, mitigate, and monitor risks unique to GenAI and AI/ML model integration, including prompt injection, data leakage, and model manipulation
Provide deep expertise in secure coding practices, threat modeling, design reviews, and static/dynamic analysis to Engineering teams delivering core user-facing functionality
Serve as a security SME for AI-centric features, helping teams align with AI governance, privacy, and ethical use frameworks
Work closely with internal teams (Product Managers, Engineering Leads, and Platform teams) as well as external partners to ensure alignment of security goals with product roadmaps
Serve as a bridge between security, compliance, and engineering—translating external regulatory and customer drivers into technical security requirements
Actively influence product development timelines and risk prioritization through strategic participation in design, architecture, and sprint planning forums
Lead application-level security architecture reviews and define secure patterns for authentication, authorization, data protection, and API security
Evaluate new technologies and services for security risks and support secure vendor selection and integration
Contribute to and help evolve BetterUp’s secure development lifecycle and product security engineering standards

Skills

AI Security

Threat Modeling

Secure Coding

Static Analysis

Dynamic Analysis

Bug Bounty

ISO 42001

SOC2

OWASP ASVS

Prompt Injection

GenAI

AI/ML

SDLC

BetterUp

Digital coaching for leadership and employee development

About BetterUp

BetterUp provides professional coaching and personal development services primarily for businesses. Its main product is a digital platform that connects employees, managers, and executives with expert coaches. These coaches help individuals enhance their leadership skills, manage stress, and develop resilience and self-compassion. The platform uses insights and analytics to customize coaching programs to meet the specific needs of each organization, ensuring measurable improvements in employee performance and well-being. Unlike many competitors, BetterUp focuses on a subscription model, allowing companies to provide ongoing access to coaching resources for their employees. The goal of BetterUp is to significantly improve individual and team performance, resilience, and overall employee experience across various industries.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2013Year Founded

$563.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision benefits

Flexible Time Off

Paid parental leave

Unlimited coaching

Wellness programs

Education & learning stipend

Volunteer days

Risks

Shift to in-office work increases burnout, potentially affecting BetterUp's client satisfaction.

High valuation post-pandemic may challenge BetterUp in maintaining growth and investor expectations.

Departure of key personnel like Katie Coupe could disrupt internal operations and talent management.

Differentiation

BetterUp is the inventor of virtual coaching, leading the mental health startup sector.

It offers the largest network of over 3,000 coaches in 46 languages worldwide.

BetterUp integrates AI technology to tailor coaching programs to individual and organizational needs.

Upsides

Growing demand for virtual coaching as hybrid work models become more prevalent.

Increased interest in workplace mental health solutions boosts BetterUp's market potential.

AI-driven analytics enhance personalized coaching, improving employee performance and well-being.

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