Staff Engineer- Application Security Team
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 9, 2026.
Impact
As a Staff Engineer on our Application Security team, you will be instrumental in leading and driving hands-on secure practices across Shipt. You’ll be responsible for development practices across our engineering organization and building software systems to make secure development easier. In this role, you will design, implement, and scale security controls and processes that protect Shipt’s users, empower Shipt developers, ensure the safety of our applications, and protect user data. As a Staff Engineer, you are expected to operate at a high level of technical proficiency, provide technical leadership, mentor other team members, and influence security culture at all levels of the company.If you are enthusiastic and passionate about cybersecurity, enjoy sharing your knowledge, and thrive on personal and professional growth, you're exactly the kind of engineer we're looking for. Our Shipt Cybersecurity team is growing, and we're looking for talented individuals who can work both independently and collaboratively, with a passion for mentoring and developing their colleagues. You will gain valuable experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, contributing to the protection of customers and shoppers nationwide
What You’ll Need to Be Successful
5+ years in DevOps, Infrastructure, Platform, or Software Engineering with a genuine passion for solving security challenges through code and automation
4+ years hands on development with Go, Python, and/or JavaScript/TypeScript
Knowledge of networking protocols, including HTTPS, TLS/SSL, and secure traffic patterns in distributed systems
Experience with the full secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC), including system design, implementation, CI/CD pipeline integration, and long-term maintenance of production services
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools, such as Terraform
Experience working and deploying with cloud platforms, especially Kubernetes
Experience building APIs, automation tools, and developer-facing services
Knowledge of common security vulnerabilities and remediation approaches
Experience translating business requirements into practical development solutions
Pay Range: $95,500- $170,000
Please note that the salary range above is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.
Skills & Education
This list includes key skills used in this job but is not inclusive of all skills needed for the role. Please see any required education below.
Go Programming Language, Software Engineering, Terraform (Software)Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience | Required
Work Arrangement
To foster connection while offering continued flexibility, hybrid team members have the following in-office expectations:
Hybrid roles in Birmingham, AL typically work in-office at least 2 days per week, with core in-office days on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Hybrid roles in Minneapolis, MN typically work in-office at least 1 day per week on either Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday.
Hybrid roles in San Francisco, CA typically work in-office at least 1 day per week between Monday and Thursday.
Certain roles may require in-office presence on a full-time basis. Please work with your recruiter to learn more about the classification of this role.
About Shipt
Shipt is a retail tech company that connects people to reliable, high-quality delivery with a personal touch. Shipt connects customers to the things they want from the stores they love, retail businesses to more satisfied customers, and workers to new earning opportunities.
At Shipt, we aim to put our team first to boost a sense of belonging, spark opportunities for growth, provide unique benefits and commit to giving back to our communities in ways that make life better, both personally and professionally. We understand that our service, our culture, and our connection to our communities are only made better by every single person who shows up to work here every day. Learn More.
Shipt is an independently operated, wholly owned subsidiary of Target Corporation and available in more than 5,000 U.S. cities. Shipt was founded and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama. For more information, please visit Shipt’s company site at Shipt.com.
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Employees (and eligible family members) are covered by medical, dental, vision and more. Employees may enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also be eligible to receive discretionary vacation for exempt team members, paid holidays throughout the calendar year and paid sick leave. Other compensation includes eligibility for an annual bonus and the potential for restricted stock units based on role.