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Full-Time

Senior Security Engineer

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SeatGeek

SeatGeek

501-1,000 employees

Event ticket search engine and platform

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$145k - $200kAnnually

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Flexible work environment allows for in-office work as desired.

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Python
AWS
Requirements
  • Experience working in a threat detection role and have a solid understanding of security fundamentals
  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Python, C#, Go) i.e you can code and perform code reviews
  • Experience working with highly technical engineering teams
  • Experience playing an active part in securing a cloud environment through more holistic solutions instead of whack-a-mole fixes
  • Ability to think like an attacker when playing defense, using that mindset to further drive meaningful improvements for detection & response
  • Experience contributing to the security community (public research, blogging, presentations, etc.) is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Take ownership and drive Security Operations initiatives, both within and outside the team
  • Lead our cloud security strategy and its implementation, partnering with our Cloud Product teams to build monitors and guardrails, ensuring a safe foundations on AWS
  • Hold an active role in our incident response & on-call programs, continuously improving our visibility, detections, and responses for critical systems
  • Engineer resilient solutions and enhance our existing security controls, tools, and processes at scale through automation (we use Python!)
  • Partner with teams from both our engineering and non-engineering orgs to influence security awareness and security best practices

SeatGeek operates as a major event ticket search engine, allowing users to search for, compare, and purchase tickets for a wide range of events, including concerts, theater performances, comedy shows, and sports events. The platform aggregates ticket listings from various sellers, enabling users to easily compare prices and seating options to find the best deals. This user-friendly interface sets SeatGeek apart from its competitors in the ticketing market. The company earns revenue primarily through commissions on ticket sales, taking a percentage of each sale made through its platform. Additionally, SeatGeek may generate income through advertising and partnerships with event organizers and venues. By providing features like interactive seat maps and personalized event recommendations, SeatGeek aims to enhance user engagement and encourage repeat business.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$692.5M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

22%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The potential IPO in 2024 could significantly boost SeatGeek's market presence and financial resources.
  • Renewed and extended partnerships with major sports teams like Aston Villa and Minnesota United FC highlight SeatGeek's strong industry relationships.
  • The introduction of new tools for ticket reselling, such as AI-powered Smart Pricing, demonstrates SeatGeek's commitment to innovation and user satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive ticketing market, with major players like StubHub also planning IPOs, could pressure SeatGeek's market share and profitability.
  • Dependence on commissions from ticket sales means revenue is closely tied to event attendance, which can be unpredictable.

What makes SeatGeek unique

  • SeatGeek's aggregation model allows users to compare prices and seating options from various sellers, ensuring the best deals, unlike many competitors who offer limited comparisons.
  • The platform's user-friendly interface and interactive seat maps enhance the ticket-buying experience, setting it apart from more cumbersome alternatives.
  • SeatGeek's personalized event recommendations and value-added services drive user engagement and repeat business, distinguishing it from competitors who offer a more transactional experience.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

paid time off

Matching 401k program

Parental leave

Monthly ticket-purchase stipend for live events

Paid for subscriptions to services like One Medical, Ginger.io and Headspace

Team events

Flexible work environment - work remote or in the office as you please

Home office stipend