Product Security Engineer (App Security)

Job Description

About The Role We are looking for a skilled Application Security Engineer to strengthen our security posture by proactively identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities across our web applications, APIs, and mobile apps. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in penetration testing, secure code review, and security automation. Roles & Responsibilities(What will you do): -Perform penetration testing of web applications, APIs, and mobile apps, providing in-depth vulnerability analysis and remediation guidance. -Conduct manual and automated secure code reviews, primarily in Java, Python, and JavaScript. -Develop security automation solutions using Python to streamline testing, improve coverage, and reduce manual effort. -Work closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution of security issues within fast-paced release cycles. -Create and maintain threat models, applying threat modeling techniques to proactively identify and mitigate design-level security risks. -Foster a security-first mindset by educating developers on secure coding practices, common vulnerabilities, and attack vectors while effectively communicating security findings to stakeholders. What Makes You a Great Fit -1-5 years of experience in application security, penetration testing, or related fields. -Strong penetration testing expertise with tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, semgrep, MobSF, Jadx-GUI and other mobile security testing frameworks. -Experience integrating security into SDLC and familiarity with DevSecOps tools. -Proficiency in secure coding principles, OWASP Top 10, CWE, and exploit techniques. -Strong scripting skills (Python preferred) for security automation. -Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. -Passion for continuous learning and staying updated on security trends. -Certifications like OSCP, OSWE, CRTP, or a proven Bug Bounty track record and/or CTF partipation are a plus PhonePe Full Time Employee Benefits (Not applicable for Intern or Contract Roles) Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Salary Advance Policy