Software Engineer II, AI Security at Amplitude

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Analytics, AIIndustries

Requirements

  • 2 - 5 years of experience in application or product security roles
  • Hands-on software development experience in at least one backend language (e.g. Python, TypeScript, Java)
  • Strong understanding of API security, authentication, and common web vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
  • Experience or interest in AI/ML system security, including LLM application threat modeling or prompt security
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment environments (e.g., Kubernetes, GitHub Actions)

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to building and maintaining secure-by-default development patterns, libraries, templates and model interaction patterns (“golden paths”)
  • Implement security and AI-specific checks in CI/CD workflows (e.g. GitHub Actions, Argo Workflows) and in runtime environments (e.g. Kubernetes admission controllers)
  • Leverage AI/ML tools to automate code review, alert triage, log analysis, and threat detection for application-layer risks
  • Develop and maintain security guardrails, input/output filters, and policy enforcement layers for LLM interactions
  • Write and tune rules to catch insecure code patterns and prevent critical vulnerabilities from reaching production
  • Conduct threat modeling and security design reviews for AI-related products, such as chatbots, model-connected platforms (MCPs), and autonomous agents
  • Contribute to internal penetration tests against AI systems
  • Collaborate with developers to remediate security issues by offering clear guidance and, where needed, hands-on support
  • Contribute to internal tooling and frameworks to make secure development frictionless and fast

Skills

AI Security
Application Security
Threat Modeling
LLM
Secure Development
Product Security

Amplitude

Product analytics platform for user behavior

About Amplitude

Amplitude provides tools for product analytics that help businesses understand how users interact with their products. The platform allows companies to track product usage, assess the impact of new features, and analyze user journeys to identify areas for improvement. This helps businesses enhance user experiences and increase customer retention. Amplitude stands out from competitors by offering a subscription-based model with various tiers, allowing clients to choose features that best fit their needs. Additionally, it integrates seamlessly with major platforms like AWS and Segment, making it easier for businesses to use Amplitude alongside their existing systems. The goal of Amplitude is to empower companies to make data-driven decisions that foster growth and optimize their product offerings.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$326.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Parental Leave
Wellness Stipend
Unlimited PTO
Stock Exercise Window

Risks

Class action lawsuit could harm Amplitude's reputation and financial stability.
Departure of CFO without replacement may lead to financial management challenges.
unitQ GPT's AI-driven analytics platform poses a competitive threat to Amplitude.

Differentiation

Amplitude offers comprehensive product analytics for SaaS, e-commerce, and fintech industries.
The platform integrates with major services like AWS, Braze, and Snowflake for seamless data flow.
Amplitude Academy provides certifications to enhance user skills in data management and analytics.

Upsides

Growing demand for real-time analytics boosts Amplitude's market potential and client base.
Expansion into emerging markets like South Africa increases Amplitude's global footprint.
New tools like Web Experimentation enhance Amplitude's offerings in A/B testing and personalization.

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