Staff Security Engineer

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At Tango, we believe the spaces we create shape the way people live, work, and thrive. We help our customers create spaces that are more sustainable, more human, and more valuable—for business, for people, and for the planet.

Whether you’re a creative thinker, a strategic planner, a tech wizard, or a customer champion, there’s a place for you on our team. We believe work should be meaningful and fun. So if you’re ready to make a difference while enjoying the journey, come join us and let’s Tango!

We’ve got you covered

Tango is committed to creating an environment where you can do your best work and live your best life.

Competitive Compensation

• Competitive salary package aligned with market standards
• Annual performance reviews to reward your contributions
• 401K plan with company match

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Monthly wellness seminars—we’ve covered topics such as brain health, strength training, and more

Work-Life Balance

• Generous PTO package (15+ days annually)
• 10 company-paid holidays plus a flexible floating holiday to support personal, cultural, or religious traditions
• Spontaneous early releases—kick out early and enjoy the day!

Inclusive & Collaborative Culture

• Onboarding program that introduces you to who we are, what we do for our customers, and how our culture has shaped us
• Open-door leadership style that encourages feedback and transparency
• Collaborative tools and platforms that support seamless teamwork

Current Positions at Tango

Staff Security Engineer
Location: United States – Full-time – Allows Remote

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
We cannot sponsor employment-based visas at this time.

Let’s Tango! Where Innovation Meets Impact.

At Tango we’re all about helping businesses make smarter decisions through powerful technology, insightful data, and a whole lot of collaboration. Whether you're a creative thinker, a strategic planner, a tech wizard, or a customer champion, there's a place for you on our team. We believe work should be meaningful and fun — so if you're ready to make a difference while enjoying the journey, come join us and let's Tango!

About the Role

We’re hiring a Staff Security Engineer, a senior, polyglot, full-stack Application Security Engineer who not only uncovers vulnerabilities but also goes into application and infrastructure codebases to fix them. You will partner with product and engineering teams to champion secure design, automate developer workflows, and scale AppSec as an engineering-first discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on security work across the stack: code reviews, threat modeling, vulnerability hunting, and remediation in production services.
• Own end-to-end remediation for complex findings: from exploit proof-of-concept to code-level fixes and automated CI checks.
• Build and maintain developer-first security tools, automation, and self-service capabilities (SAST rules, IaC scanning, dependency/OSS policies, CI/CD gates).
• Lead threat modeling sessions and secure design reviews for new product initiatives and platform changes.
• Collaborate with SRE and Platform teams to harden runtimes, secrets management, identity, and authentication flows.
• Mentor and coach engineers on secure coding, secure-by-default patterns, and incident learnings.
• Contribute to security metrics and visibility (vulnerability backlog, mean time to remediate, coverage of automated tests).

About You

• 10+ years software engineering and application security experience (or equivalent), with deep hands‑on polyglot coding experience across at least two major languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, JavaScript/TypeScript, C#).
• Demonstrated ability to both find security issues (offensive skills) and implement fixes across app and infra codebases (defensive skills).
• Experience building developer‑friendly AppSec programs and integrating security tooling into CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and container/Kubernetes security practices.
• Strong communication skills and experience mentoring engineers across multiple teams.
• Comfort with threat modeling, secure design patterns, PKI/identity flows, OAuth/OIDC, and authentication hardening.
• Experience working at scale in B2B SaaS environments; prior experience at developer‑focused security companies or engineering‑forward startups is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.

Nice to have

• Open‑source security contributions, published tooling, or participation in security communities.
• Experience with program‑level security metrics, vulnerability triage frameworks, and compliance programs (e.g., SOC2, FedRAMP context).

What We Offer

We’re committed to creating an environment where you can thrive—professionally and personally. Our offerings include:

• Competitive Compensation – We recognize and reward your contributions with a salary package that reflects your value.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and generous paid time off to support your well‑being.
• Flexible Work Environment – Whether remote, hybrid, or in‑office, we support work arrangements that promote productivity and balance.
• Inclusive & Collaborative Culture – We foster a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, teamwork is encouraged, and everyone has a voice.

Tango is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, parental status, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Base pay offered is contingent on qualifications and other operational considerations. Base pay is just one piece of the full compensation structure offered at Tango. If this pay range is outside of your expectations, we still encourage you to apply and have a conversation with us.

Base pay offered for this position is: $140,000 – $200,000 (USD)

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Employee Testimonials

“I am truly proud of the Energy & Sustainability product we are building at Tango. What makes the journey even more meaningful is the people I work with and the culture of trust and growth fostered by Tango’s leadership. Our leaders truly value and nurture high performers, creating an environment that challenges me to push my boundaries and grow every day.”
— Prerana Tirodkar, Energy & Sustainability Manager, Dallas, TX, USA — team member since 2022

“Working with smart, driven people who push and support each other keeps me inspired every day. After 13 years, I still find real joy and fulfillment in being part of a team that values growth, creativity, and purpose. It’s a rare and motivating environment I’m proud to be in.”
— Tara Diaz, Service Delivery Manager, Richmond, VA, USA — team member since 2012

“Joining Tango through the Locatee acquisition was a smooth and welcoming transition. What’s motivated me most is the direct communication with key leadership and the opportunity to learn from seasoned experts in commercial real estate. The collaborative, transparent culture and support for growth make it a truly rewarding place to work.”
— Daniel Moisescu, Occupancy Analytics Product Manager, Zürich, Switzerland — team member since 2019

“I’ve stayed at Tango for 10 years not just for the career growth and remote flexibility, but because of the amazing people I get to work with every day. My teammates are dependable, supportive, and often friends outside of work. We work hard and make it enjoyable while we do it.”
— Jessica Debus, Senior Sales Operations Manager, Richmond, VA, USA — team member since 2015

“Working at Tango means being surrounded by peers who push each other to excel. From mentorship to cross‑functional collaboration, I’ve grown while helping others grow—making it an inspiring place to innovate and achieve together.”
— Deepanshu Bhatia, Senior Client Services Manager, Austin, TX, USA — team member since 2017

“I’ve built my career here, from the early days at WatchWire through us being acquired by Tango. Each stage has brought new opportunities and challenges, and I’ve always felt supported and trusted. From being given agency to experiment and learn, to coaching that helped refine my management and leadership skills, I’ve grown both professionally and personally.”
— Nicolette Brenden, Senior Marketing Manager, Charleston, SC, USA — team member since 2017

“At Tango, growth isn’t optional, it’s inevitable. Our solutions are integral to how customers run their businesses, making Support a vital partner in their success. We’re always evolving to meet new challenges, and that culture of innovation pushes me to grow alongside our customers every step of the way.”
— Spencer Barrett, Senior Support Services Manager, Surprise, AZ, USA — team member since 2022

“I am truly proud of the Energy & Sustainability product we are building at Tango. What makes the journey even more meaningful is the people I work with and the culture of trust and growth fostered by Tango’s leadership. Our leaders truly value and nurture high performers, creating an environment that challenges me to push my boundaries and grow every day.”
— Prerana Tirodkar, Energy & Sustainability Manager, Dallas, TX, USA — team member since 2022

“Working with smart, driven people who push and support each other keeps me inspired every day. After 13 years, I still find real joy and fulfillment in being part of a team that values growth, creativity, and purpose. It’s a rare and motivating environment I’m proud to be in.”
— Tara Diaz, Service Delivery Manager, Richmond, VA, USA — team member since 2012