Full-Time

Senior Security Engineer

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Lightspark

Lightspark

51-200 employees

Facilitates Bitcoin transactions for businesses

Fintech
Crypto & Web3

Senior

Culver City, CA, USA

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Required Skills
Python
Java
Blockchain
Risk Management
C/C++

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Requirements
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering security, including experience with secure software development, infrastructure security, and risk management, with a strong focus on code auditing and review.
  • Strong understanding of security concepts, principles, and best practices, including secure coding, encryption, authentication, and access control, with a focus on blockchain/crypto security.
  • Proficient in at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Python, Java, C/C++, or similar)
  • Knowledge of common security vulnerabilities, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies, preferably with a focus on code vulnerabilities in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.
  • Strong understanding of at least two of cloud/infrastructure security, application security, Mac/Linux security, and Cloud SaaS security.
  • Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks, such as ISO 27001, NIST, or OWASP, with a focus on their application in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities
  • Build tools and systems to improve the security of our products and infrastructure by default.
  • Evaluate and analyze the security posture of engineering processes, products, and infrastructure, with a specific focus on code auditing and review, identifying potential vulnerabilities, and recommending appropriate mitigations.
  • Conduct security risk assessments and audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, with a focus on code security.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement secure engineering practices and solutions.
  • Provide technical guidance and expertise to engineering teams on secure development practices and techniques, with a focus on blockchain/crypto security and code auditing and review.
  • Partner with Security Engineering leaders in development and delivery of security training and awareness programs for engineering staff, with a focus on secure coding practices and blockchain/crypto security.
  • Monitor and investigate security incidents, performing root cause analysis and developing remediation plans, with a focus on code vulnerabilities.
  • Stay current with emerging security threats, technologies, and best practices, making recommendations for continuous improvement of the company's security posture, especially in the blockchain and cryptocurrency space.
Desired Qualifications
  • A CS degree or equivalent is ideal but not required. We appreciate and acknowledge that some of the best talent comes from non-traditional backgrounds, especially in the security, blockchain, and cryptocurrency space.

Lightspark focuses on facilitating Bitcoin transactions for businesses by providing an API and Software Development Kits (SDKs) that integrate with the Lightning Network. This technology allows for faster and cheaper transactions, particularly for cross-border payments, by identifying optimal routes for low-cost payments. Unlike competitors, Lightspark caters to businesses without deep technical expertise, making it easier for them to adopt Bitcoin. The company's goal is to streamline Bitcoin transactions, helping businesses avoid high fees and slow processing times.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$1.3M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

10%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnerships with Bitso and Foxbit expand Lightspark's reach in Latin America.
  • Introduction of Spark and UMA boosts Lightspark's product offerings and market appeal.
  • Strategic expansion into Africa with Yellow Card highlights growth in emerging markets.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from fintech companies like Strike and OpenNode.
  • Regulatory scrutiny in the US and EU could impact cryptocurrency transactions.
  • Technological vulnerabilities in the Lightning Network may affect Lightspark's reputation.

What makes Lightspark unique

  • Lightspark offers a robust API and SDKs for Bitcoin integration on the Lightning Network.
  • The company provides a dashboard for tracking and managing Bitcoin transactions efficiently.
  • Lightspark's Universal Money Address (UMA) enhances global payment solutions for businesses.

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