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Security Research Engineer

Obsidian SecurityManchester, Uk
On-site Full-time

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What We’re Looking ForMinimum Qualifications5-7 years of experience in security research or product engineering. Proven expertise with SaaS security principles and methodologies. Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for security innovation. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

About the job

Established in 2017, Obsidian Security aims to address a critical need: securing the SaaS applications that underpin modern business operations—such as Microsoft 365, Salesforce, and many others.
 
Supported by esteemed investors like Greylock, Norwest Venture Partners, and IVP, we've developed a comprehensive SaaS security platform designed to minimize risks, detect and respond to threats, and thwart breaches at their source. Our team comprises industry leaders who have shaped the endpoint and identity security landscape at prominent firms including CrowdStrike, Okta, Cylance, and Carbon Black.
 
Currently, we are redefining SaaS security in the age of agentic AI.
 
Today, Obsidian is the trusted choice for global enterprises such as Snowflake, T-Mobile, and Pure Storage, safeguarding over 200 organizations across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand—including many Fortune 1000 and Global 2000 companies.
 
With significant global momentum, an expanding partner ecosystem featuring SentinelOne, Databricks, and Google Cloud, and a major fundraising effort on the horizon, we are rapidly scaling towards sustainable growth and IPO readiness. Join us in shaping the future of SaaS security!

About the Role

At Obsidian, we are committed to clarity in a complex landscape. We seek Security Research Engineers who excel at the intersection of security research and product engineering. You will delve deeply into SaaS platforms, develop impactful product features, and contribute to the defensive strategies that protect our customers at scale.

This role is perfect for individuals who enjoy gaining a profound understanding of intricate systems, think like attackers, and aspire to create market-leading security solutions for Obsidian's clientele.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop a thorough understanding of major SaaS and AI platforms to uncover essential security insights.
  • Investigate and prototype solutions to integrate data across SaaS and AI platforms, identifying hazardous combinations of risks that may lead to significant compromises.
  • Recognize and respond to emerging attacker techniques against SaaS and AI platforms, innovating new methods to detect or mitigate future attacks.
  • Utilize AI to enhance research into SaaS and AI platform security.

About Obsidian Security

Obsidian Security is dedicated to securing the future of SaaS applications, empowering businesses to operate safely in an increasingly complex digital landscape. With backing from top-tier investors and a leadership team composed of industry veterans, we are at the forefront of SaaS security innovation.

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