Product Security Engineer Jobs in Texas
Product Security Engineer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in enterprise software, defense contracting, semiconductor manufacturing, and financial technology across seniority levels from associate through staff and principal engineer. Austin, Dallas, and Houston lead the market, anchored by established employers such as Dell Technologies, Lockheed Martin, and Texas Instruments, all of which maintain large security engineering teams in the state. The most sought-after specialties are hardware and firmware security, secure software development lifecycle, and threat modeling for embedded and cloud-connected products. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest. Affirm values information security as a critical part of the company’s continued success. Our mission is to make information security programmatic and cultural in Affirm, enabling the company to succeed in building honest financial products. The Security team posture increases security and reduces risk while securely enabling access to information for those who need it!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Staff Product Security Engineer candidate will have experience building and architecting software as part of a larger team. The ideal candidate will work effectively with product and engineering teams to evaluate and influence product requirements, design, and implementation to improve the security of Affirm’s products.
- Partner with Affirm product teams to ensure that security is included in every phase of the product development lifecycle.
- Conduct threat modeling and architecture reviews to ensure threats are understood, documented, and mitigated.
- Review and analyze product source code to identify security vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for secure implementation.
- Seek out opportunities to automate processes when appropriate.
- Identify emerging classes of vulnerabilities and developing solutions for them before they’re a problem.
- Assist product teams in the development of security focused test cases to enforce security requirements.
- Advise product teams on business security requirements early in the product development lifecycle.
- Decompose large, cross-team projects into individual tasks. Manage scope across teams and drive toward project closure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep understanding of web application architecture and design principles
- Experience using modern software development and delivery techniques to develop cloud-based services. Python, Kotlin, Java, AWS, and Azure experience preferred.
- Knowledge of common security flaws and resolution as published by OWASP, SANS, etc.
- Experience with PCI or other regulated environments.
- Experience conducting threat models for complex, distributed products using standard threat modeling techniques and methodologies.
- Experience with standard authentication mechanisms, including SAML and OAuth2.
- Understanding of continuous integration / continuous deployment processes and tools.
- BS degree in related field or equivalent experience. MS degree in a related field or equivalent experience is a plus.
LOCATION
Location - Remote U.S.
COMPENSATION
Pay Grade - P
Equity Grade - 13
Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)
USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $225,000 - 275,000 USD
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $200,000 - 250,000 USD
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.
BENEFITS
We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:
- Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
- Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
- Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
- ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount
We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as described therein.
INTRODUCTION
Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest. Affirm values information security as a critical part of the company’s continued success. Our mission is to make information security programmatic and cultural in Affirm, enabling the company to succeed in building honest financial products. The Security team posture increases security and reduces risk while securely enabling access to information for those who need it!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Staff Product Security Engineer candidate will have experience building and architecting software as part of a larger team. The ideal candidate will work effectively with product and engineering teams to evaluate and influence product requirements, design, and implementation to improve the security of Affirm’s products.
- Partner with Affirm product teams to ensure that security is included in every phase of the product development lifecycle.
- Conduct threat modeling and architecture reviews to ensure threats are understood, documented, and mitigated.
- Review and analyze product source code to identify security vulnerabilities and provide recommendations for secure implementation.
- Seek out opportunities to automate processes when appropriate.
- Identify emerging classes of vulnerabilities and developing solutions for them before they’re a problem.
- Assist product teams in the development of security focused test cases to enforce security requirements.
- Advise product teams on business security requirements early in the product development lifecycle.
- Decompose large, cross-team projects into individual tasks. Manage scope across teams and drive toward project closure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep understanding of web application architecture and design principles
- Experience using modern software development and delivery techniques to develop cloud-based services. Python, Kotlin, Java, AWS, and Azure experience preferred.
- Knowledge of common security flaws and resolution as published by OWASP, SANS, etc.
- Experience with PCI or other regulated environments.
- Experience conducting threat models for complex, distributed products using standard threat modeling techniques and methodologies.
- Experience with standard authentication mechanisms, including SAML and OAuth2.
- Understanding of continuous integration / continuous deployment processes and tools.
- BS degree in related field or equivalent experience. MS degree in a related field or equivalent experience is a plus.
LOCATION
Location - Remote U.S.
COMPENSATION
Pay Grade - P
Equity Grade - 13
Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)
USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $225,000 - 275,000 USD
USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year: $200,000 - 250,000 USD
Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.
BENEFITS
We’re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:
- Health care coverage - Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents
- Flexible Spending Wallets - generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
- Time off - competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
- ESPP - An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount
We believe It’s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as described therein.
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Product Security Engineer Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Apple16
- HP4
- Affirm3
- Kastle Systems3
- Infosys2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software22
- Electronics & Hardware18
- Banking & Financial Services13
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Construction & Real Estate2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product security engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a closely related engineering discipline
- Hands-on experience with secure software development lifecycle and threat modeling methodologies
- Proficiency in vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and security code review for product systems
- Industry certification such as CISSP, CSSLP, CEH, or equivalent recognized security credential
- Familiarity with hardware or firmware security for embedded systems and IoT products preferred
- Experience working within defense, semiconductor, or fintech environments common in Texas postings
Product Security Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a product security engineer in Texas?
Most product security engineers in Texas enter the field with a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or electrical engineering, followed by hands-on experience in software development or IT security. Texas does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers consistently expect industry certifications such as CISSP, CSSLP, or CEH. Candidates who build experience in Texas's dominant industries, specifically defense, semiconductors, or financial technology, move into product security roles faster.
Which companies hire product security engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring product security engineers in Texas right now include Apple, HP, and Affirm, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of defense primes, semiconductor firms, and enterprise technology headquarters means large, sustained demand rather than sporadic openings.
Which Texas cities have the most product security engineer jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Spring have the most product security engineer openings in Texas. Austin's dense enterprise software and hardware ecosystem drives much of the volume, while Dallas and Houston draw demand from financial services firms, defense contractors, and energy-sector technology divisions that maintain significant security engineering teams.
Are there remote product security engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most engineering fields. About 28% of product security engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based, analytical, and collaborative nature of much of the work. Roles focused on threat modeling, secure code review, and policy are the most likely to be offered remotely, while positions involving hardware lab access or classified programs typically require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a product security engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a software development, IT, or network engineering role into a junior security position. Large Texas employers such as Dell Technologies and defense contractors in the Dallas-Fort Worth corridor regularly hire associate security engineers and offer rotational programs for candidates from adjacent technical backgrounds. Earning a foundational certification like CompTIA Security+ or CEH and building a portfolio of vulnerability research or capture-the-flag achievements gives early-career candidates a concrete edge in Texas interviews.
Where can I find and apply to product security engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to product security engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to them.
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