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WHAT IS BOX?
Box (NYSE:BOX) is the leader in Intelligent Content Management. Our platform enables organizations to fuel collaboration, manage the entire content lifecycle, secure critical content, and transform business workflows with enterprise AI. We help companies thrive in the new AI-first era of business. Founded in 2005, Box simplifies work for leading global organizations, including JLL, Morgan Stanley, and Nationwide. Box is headquartered in Redwood City, CA, with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia.
By joining Box, you will have the unique opportunity to continue driving our platform forward. Content powers how we work. It's the billions of files and information flowing across teams, departments, and key business processes every single day: contracts, invoices, employee records, financials, product specs, marketing assets, and more. Our mission is to bring intelligence to the world of content management and empower our customers to completely transform workflows across their organizations. With the combination of AI and enterprise content, the opportunity has never been greater to transform how the world works together and at Box you will be on the front lines of this massive shift.
WHY BOX NEEDS YOU
Software Engineers on the Application Security Engineering team build production-grade systems, services, and software automation that protect Box from attackers, vulnerabilities, and abuse. We are looking for a strong software engineer who wants to apply their engineering skills to solving critical security challenges through code. You will design, build, deploy, and operate security services and "paved road" developer guardrails directly within Box's products, infrastructure, and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Design, build, and operate production-grade security services, features, and internal tools that protect Box and its customers.
Engineer end-to-end applications and backend services with a strong foundation in modern data stores, application frameworks, and scalable architectures.
Build systems and automation to detect, prevent, and mitigate security threats at scale.
Develop "paved road" frameworks, libraries, and guardrails that make secure development seamless and standard for all Box engineers.
Build security automation and verification controls integrated directly into Box CI/CD pipelines.
Architect and implement AI security controls, evaluation frameworks, and automated protections across product verticals.
Partner closely with Product and Engineering teams to turn complex security challenges into elegant, scalable software solutions.
WHO YOU ARE
We are an AI-first company. This means you approach your work with a growth mindset and find ways to leverage AI to help make faster, smarter decisions that will 10X your impact at Box.
4+ years of professional software development experience in languages such as Java, Python, PHP, Go, or Scala.
Proven track record of building end-to-end applications, with solid experience across databases, modern frameworks, and API design.
Strong software engineering fundamentals in object-oriented and functional design, system architecture, automated testing, reliability, and code quality.
A foundational understanding of security concepts and a strong passion for solving security challenges through software engineering (deep security specialization is not required—we will help you learn the rest!).
Ability to break down complex technical problems and translate them into clean, scalable, and maintainable software systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Preferred skills:
- Experience or familiarity with distributed systems, microservices architectures, or message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS).
- Experience with Java Spring / Spring Boot.
- Familiarity with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform).
- Familiarity with AI/ML systems, LLMs, or AI application security.
Box lives its values, with community and in-person collaboration being a core part of our culture. Boxers are expected to work from their assigned office a minimum of 3 days per week. Your Recruiter will share more about how we work and company culture during the hiring process.
At Box, we believe unique and diverse experiences benefit our culture, our products, our customers, our company, and our world. We aim to recruit a passionate, high-performing workforce that reflects the world we live in. If you are head-over-heels about this role but unsure if you meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, and any other protected ground of discrimination under applicable human rights legislation. Box strives to respect the dignity and independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same opportunity to succeed as all other employees. Inclusiveness is core to our culture at Box, and we strive to ensure you get the most from your interview experience.
Box makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please complete this form. Reasonable accommodations may include scheduling adjustments, document dictation and beyond.
Notice to applicants in Los Angeles: Box, Inc and its related branches will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chair Ordinance. The Fair Chance Ordinance is provided here.
Notice to applicants in San Francisco: Box, Inc and its related branches will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chair Ordinance. The Fair Chance Ordinance is provided here.
For details on how we protect your information when you apply, please see our Personnel Privacy Notice. If you are a California-resident, please read our California Applicant & Candidate Privacy Notice here.
NOTICE OF USE OF AI
At Box, we believe in the power of AI to improve the recruiting process while keeping people at the heart of every decision. For more information on the use of AI in our hiring process, please visit our webpage here.
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WHAT IS BOX?
Box (NYSE:BOX) is the leader in Intelligent Content Management. Our platform enables organizations to fuel collaboration, manage the entire content lifecycle, secure critical content, and transform business workflows with enterprise AI. We help companies thrive in the new AI-first era of business. Founded in 2005, Box simplifies work for leading global organizations, including JLL, Morgan Stanley, and Nationwide. Box is headquartered in Redwood City, CA, with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia.
By joining Box, you will have the unique opportunity to continue driving our platform forward. Content powers how we work. It's the billions of files and information flowing across teams, departments, and key business processes every single day: contracts, invoices, employee records, financials, product specs, marketing assets, and more. Our mission is to bring intelligence to the world of content management and empower our customers to completely transform workflows across their organizations. With the combination of AI and enterprise content, the opportunity has never been greater to transform how the world works together and at Box you will be on the front lines of this massive shift.
WHY BOX NEEDS YOU
Software Engineers on the Application Security Engineering team build production-grade systems, services, and software automation that protect Box from attackers, vulnerabilities, and abuse. We are looking for a strong software engineer who wants to apply their engineering skills to solving critical security challenges through code. You will design, build, deploy, and operate security services and "paved road" developer guardrails directly within Box's products, infrastructure, and software development lifecycle (SDLC).
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Design, build, and operate production-grade security services, features, and internal tools that protect Box and its customers.
Engineer end-to-end applications and backend services with a strong foundation in modern data stores, application frameworks, and scalable architectures.
Build systems and automation to detect, prevent, and mitigate security threats at scale.
Develop "paved road" frameworks, libraries, and guardrails that make secure development seamless and standard for all Box engineers.
Build security automation and verification controls integrated directly into Box CI/CD pipelines.
Architect and implement AI security controls, evaluation frameworks, and automated protections across product verticals.
Partner closely with Product and Engineering teams to turn complex security challenges into elegant, scalable software solutions.
WHO YOU ARE
We are an AI-first company. This means you approach your work with a growth mindset and find ways to leverage AI to help make faster, smarter decisions that will 10X your impact at Box.
4+ years of professional software development experience in languages such as Java, Python, PHP, Go, or Scala.
Proven track record of building end-to-end applications, with solid experience across databases, modern frameworks, and API design.
Strong software engineering fundamentals in object-oriented and functional design, system architecture, automated testing, reliability, and code quality.
A foundational understanding of security concepts and a strong passion for solving security challenges through software engineering (deep security specialization is not required—we will help you learn the rest!).
Ability to break down complex technical problems and translate them into clean, scalable, and maintainable software systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Preferred skills:
- Experience or familiarity with distributed systems, microservices architectures, or message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS).
- Experience with Java Spring / Spring Boot.
- Familiarity with public cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform).
- Familiarity with AI/ML systems, LLMs, or AI application security.
Box lives its values, with community and in-person collaboration being a core part of our culture. Boxers are expected to work from their assigned office a minimum of 3 days per week. Your Recruiter will share more about how we work and company culture during the hiring process.
At Box, we believe unique and diverse experiences benefit our culture, our products, our customers, our company, and our world. We aim to recruit a passionate, high-performing workforce that reflects the world we live in. If you are head-over-heels about this role but unsure if you meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply!
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, and any other protected ground of discrimination under applicable human rights legislation. Box strives to respect the dignity and independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same opportunity to succeed as all other employees. Inclusiveness is core to our culture at Box, and we strive to ensure you get the most from your interview experience.
Box makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please complete this form. Reasonable accommodations may include scheduling adjustments, document dictation and beyond.
Notice to applicants in Los Angeles: Box, Inc and its related branches will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chair Ordinance. The Fair Chance Ordinance is provided here.
Notice to applicants in San Francisco: Box, Inc and its related branches will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chair Ordinance. The Fair Chance Ordinance is provided here.
For details on how we protect your information when you apply, please see our Personnel Privacy Notice. If you are a California-resident, please read our California Applicant & Candidate Privacy Notice here.
NOTICE OF USE OF AI
At Box, we believe in the power of AI to improve the recruiting process while keeping people at the heart of every decision. For more information on the use of AI in our hiring process, please visit our webpage here.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon14
- Anthropic7
- CVS Health7
- AbbVie5
- ADP4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software14
- Science & Research10
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals5
- Retail2
- Insurance2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in application security engineer jobs.
- Proficiency with SAST, DAST, and SCA tools such as Checkmarx, Veracode, or Snyk
- Experience conducting application penetration testing and vulnerability assessments
- Strong knowledge of secure coding practices across Java, Python, or similar languages
- Familiarity with OWASP Top 10, CWE, and threat modeling methodologies like STRIDE
- Relevant certification such as OSCP, CEH, GWEB, or CSSLP preferred or required
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Application Security Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each security domain
Application security covers a wide range of focuses, from SAST and DAST tooling to threat modeling and API security. Rewrite your summary and skills section to match the specific domain each job emphasizes rather than listing every tool you've touched.
Demonstrate findings, not just familiarity
Hiring managers for application security roles want evidence of real impact. Describe specific vulnerabilities you identified, the severity, and what was remediated, not just the tools you used to scan. Concrete outcomes outweigh a long list of acronyms.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists application security engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter for roles by security maturity level
An early-stage startup and a Fortune 500 company both post application security engineer titles, but the scope is completely different. Read the job description for signals like existing AppSec programs, bug bounty ownership, or SDL ownership to gauge the role's actual complexity before you apply.
Prepare a live code review for technical screens
Many application security engineer interviews include a hands-on exercise where you review a short code sample for vulnerabilities. Practice walking through real-world examples in common languages like Python, Java, or Go, narrating your reasoning clearly as you go.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
After an offer, clarify whether the role owns developer enablement, tooling selection, or just reactive review. Roles that own the full secure development lifecycle carry more responsibility and career leverage, and that scope difference matters as much as base compensation when evaluating offers.
Application Security Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most application security engineers?
The companies hiring the most application security engineers right now include Amazon, Anthropic, and CVS Health, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Financial services, cloud infrastructure providers, and large healthcare organizations consistently post a high volume of these roles.
How many application security engineer jobs are remote?
About 87% of application security engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making it one of the more remote-friendly engineering specializations. Roles focused on code review, security tooling integration, and developer training tend to be the most likely to allow fully remote arrangements, while positions requiring hands-on red team collaboration are more often on-site.
How do you become an application security engineer?
Start by building a strong foundation in software development, since application security requires reading and reasoning about code across multiple languages. Develop hands-on skills in vulnerability research, penetration testing, and secure design through labs, CTF competitions, and open-source contributions. Pursue a relevant certification such as OSCP or CSSLP, then apply to junior AppSec or security engineering roles to build professional experience.
How do you get hired as an application security engineer with little experience?
Entry points into application security often come through software development or IT security roles rather than direct AppSec hiring. Build a portfolio of vulnerability writeups, bug bounty submissions, or CTF solutions that demonstrate you can identify and explain real security flaws. Targeting companies with formal security rotation programs or junior AppSec associate titles gives you the best starting path.
What does the application security engineer interview process look like?
Most application security engineer interviews include an initial recruiter screen followed by a technical phone interview covering OWASP concepts, common vulnerability classes, and secure design principles. Later rounds typically involve a hands-on exercise where you review code for security issues or walk through a threat model, followed by a final round with security leadership or cross-functional engineering partners.
Where can I find and apply to application security engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to application security engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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