As passionate about our people as we are about our mission Why Join Q2 Q2 is a leading provider of digital banking and lending solutions to banks credit unions alternative finance companies and fintechs in the U S and internationally Our mission is simple build strong and diverse communities through innovative financial technology and we do that by empowering our people to help create success for our customers What Makes Q2 Special Being as passionate about our people as we are about our mission We celebrate our employees in many ways including our Circle of Awesomeness award ceremony and day of employee celebration among others We invest in the growth and development of our team members through ongoing learning opportunities mentorship programs internal mobility and meaningful leadership relationships We also know that nothing builds trust and collaboration like having fun We hold an annual Dodgeball for Charity event at our Q2 Stadium in Austin inviting other local companies to play and community organizations we support to raise money and awareness together As an Application Security Engineer you will play a critical role in safeguarding the security of our software products and development lifecycle This role focuses on managing and optimizing code scanning tools identifying vulnerabilities and ensuring secure coding practices are embedded into every stage of software development You will collaborate with engineering teams to provide actionable security guidance design metrics to measure security effectiveness and create strategies to continuously improve application security By integrating cutting-edge tools and techniques you will ensure that our applications meet the highest standards of security and resilience ultimately protecting the organization and its users from emerging threats Key ResponsibilitiesManage and optimize code scanning tools e g SAST DAST to detect and remediate security vulnerabilities Provide security guidance and best practices to engineering teams throughout the software development lifecycle Design maintain and report on application security metrics and dashboards to track progress and effectiveness Perform security assessments including threat modeling and architecture reviews for new features and applications Collaborate with DevOps and CI CD teams to integrate security tools seamlessly into development pipelines Stay up-to-date on the latest security threats vulnerabilities and remediation strategies to evolve application security practices Deliver secure coding training and resources to engineering teams to foster a security-first culture Things You Will Need to Be Successful in This RoleTypically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor s degree or 3 years and a Master s degree or a PhD without experience or equivalent work experience Proficiency with code scanning tools Deep understanding of secure coding practices and standards e g OWASP Top Ten Hands-on experience with programming languages such as Python Java JavaScript or C Familiarity with CI CD pipelines and integrating security tools into DevOps workflows Strong analytical skills to interpret scan results and prioritize remediation efforts Certifications Preferred CSSLP or relevant security certifications Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams A proactive and detail-oriented mindset to identify and mitigate risks early in the development lifecycle This position requires fluent written and oral communication in English Health WellnessHybrid Work Opportunities Flexible Time Off Career Development Mentoring Programs Health Wellness Benefits including competitive health insurance offerings and generous paid parental leave for eligible recent parents Community Volunteering Company Philanthropy Programs Employee Peer Recognition Programs - You Earned it Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer Our Culture Commitment We re proud to foster a supportive inclusive environment where career growth collaboration and wellness are prioritized And our benefits go beyond healthcare offering resources for physical mental and professional well-being Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer Q2 employees are encouraged to give back through volunteer work and nonprofit support through our Spark Program see more We believe in making an impact in the industry and in the community We are an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information or veteran status