Software Engineer, CDN Security

2 Minutes ago • 3 Years + • $192,000 PA - $280,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Software Engineer on the CDN Security team, you will be responsible for securing customer websites by identifying and mitigating malicious traffic patterns. This involves analyzing traffic data to identify bad actors, building and operating a scalable, low-latency firewall for millions of websites, and pushing the boundaries of web security. You will report directly to the head of the CDN Product area. You will ensure Vercel customers only pay for valid traffic.
Must have:
  • 3+ years relevant experience handling denial of service attacks.
  • Knowledge of web servers and network protocols (e.g., HTTP, TCP).
  • Experience working in Go or Lua.
Perks:
  • Competitive compensation package, including equity.
  • Inclusive Healthcare Package.
  • Learn and Grow - mentorship and event opportunities.
  • Flexible Time Off.
  • Provided gear and a WFH budget.

Job Details

About Vercel:

Vercel gives developers the tools and cloud infrastructure to build, scale, and secure a faster, more personalized web. As the team behind v0, Next.js, and AI SDK, Vercel helps customers like Ramp, Supreme, PayPal, Chick-fil-A, and Under Armour build for the AI-native web.

Our mission is to enable the world to ship the best products. That starts with creating a place where everyone can do their best work. Whether you're building on our platform, supporting our customers, or shaping our story: You can just ship things.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our CDN Security team. You will secure customer websites by identifying malicious traffic patterns within billions of requests to millions of people. Your job is to ensure Vercel customers only pay for traffic they consider valid. You will report directly to the head of the CDN Product area.

What you will do:

  • Analyze traffic patterns to identify bad traffic and bad actors
  • Build & operate a scalable low latency Firewall for millions of websites
  • Push the state of the art forward for web security

About You:

  • At least 3 years of relevant experience handling denial of service attacks
  • Knowledgeable and experienced with web servers, and network protocols (e.g. HTTP, TCP)
  • Experience working in Go or Lua

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation package, including equity.
  • Inclusive Healthcare Package.
  • Learn and Grow - we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills.
  • Flexible Time Off.
  • We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed.

The San Francisco, CA base pay range for this role is $192,000-$280,000. This salary range is an estimate. Actual salary will be based on job related skills, experience and location. Pay ranges outside San Francisco may be  adjusted based on employee location.  The total compensation package also includes benefits and equity-based compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your location during the hiring process.

Vercel is committed to fostering and empowering an inclusive community within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Vercel encourages everyone to apply for our available positions, even if they don't necessarily check every box on the job description.

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