Security Software Engineer Jobs in Minnesota

Security Software Engineer jobs in Minnesota are open across Minneapolis, Plymouth, and Brooklyn Park and other Minnesota metros, with employers like Optum, Affirm, and Amazon hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8+
Top employerOptum
Top cityMinneapolis, MN
Cities hiring4
Work type38% On-site
Top industryTechnology

Showing 5 of 8+ Security Software Engineer jobs

Amazon.com
Software Development Engineer, Infrastructure Security
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Added 4d ago
Software Development Engineer, Infrastructure Security
Amazon.com
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
Security Engineering
$144k - $194k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Optum
Principal Information Security Engineer
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Optum
Added 1w ago
Principal Information Security Engineer
Optum
Plymouth, Minnesota
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Security Engineering
$113k - $193k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Thrivent
Principal Engineer - AI Security
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Added 2w ago
Principal Engineer - AI Security
Thrivent
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Security Engineering
$161k - $218k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Optum
Principal Software Engineer
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Added 3w ago
Principal Software Engineer
Optum
Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
Cloud Engineering
Security Engineering
Backend Engineering
$132k - $227k/yr
Hybrid
None
10,000+

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Affirm
Staff Product Security Engineer
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Affirm
Added 2mo ago
Staff Product Security Engineer
Affirm
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Cybersecurity
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
$200k - $275k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Security Software Engineer Jobs by City in Minnesota

Where Minnesota roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Minneapolis
4 jobs
Plymouth
2 jobs
Brooklyn Park
1 jobs
Eden Prairie
1 jobs

Security Software Engineer Job Market in Minnesota

A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Optum
    Optum2
  • Affirm
    Affirm1
  • Amazon
    Amazon1
  • Kipsu
    Kipsu1
  • Reliable Software Resources
    Reliable Software Resources1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software2
  • Banking & Financial Services1
  • Consulting & Professional Services1
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces1
  • Healthcare & Medical Services1

What Minnesota Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in security software engineer jobs across Minnesota.

  • Proficiency in at least one systems or low-level language such as C, C++, or Rust
  • Experience with secure software development lifecycle practices and threat modeling
  • Familiarity with OWASP Top 10 and common vulnerability classes across web and API layers
  • Knowledge of cryptographic protocols, PKI, and key management concepts
  • Active or ability to obtain a federal security clearance for government-adjacent roles
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a closely related engineering field

Security Software Engineer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions

How many security software engineer jobs are there in Minnesota?

There are 8+ security software engineer openings in Minnesota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Minneapolis, Plymouth, and Brooklyn Park. New positions post regularly as employers across Minnesota hire.

How much do security software engineers make in Minnesota?

Security software engineers in Minnesota earn a median of about $130,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,900 for the lowest 10% to over $169,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Minnesota cities have the most security software engineer jobs?

Minneapolis, Plymouth, and Brooklyn Park have the most security software engineer openings in Minnesota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire security software engineers in Minnesota?

Employers hiring security software engineers in Minnesota include Optum, Affirm, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote security software engineer jobs in Minnesota?

Yes. About 63% of security software engineer openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Minnesota metros.

How do I apply for security software engineer jobs in Minnesota?

You can apply to security software engineer jobs in Minnesota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Minnesota location, then apply to each one that fits.

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