Product Security Engineer
FamPay
Other Engineering, Product
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted on Sep 30, 2024
About Fam (previously FamPay)
Fam is India's first payments app for everyone above 11. FamApp helps make online and offline payments through UPI and FamCard. We are on a mission to raise a new, financially aware generation, and drive 250 million+ youngest users in India to kickstart their financial journey super early in their life.
Founded in 2019 by IIT Roorkee alumni, Fam is backed by some of the most respected investors around the world like Elevation Capital, Y-Combinator, Peak XV (Sequoia Capital) India, Venture Highway, Global Founder’s Capital and the likes of Kunal Shah, Amrish Rao as angel investors.
About this Role
Join Us as a Cyber Guardian at Fam!
At Fam, we're looking for someone who thinks like a hacker but works for the good guys—someone who's obsessed with ensuring ZERO vulnerabilities in our technology.
As a key member of our product security team, you’ll be the first line of defense, protecting our users' data, money, and identity. Your mission? Keep our digital infrastructure safe and secure, so our users can trust us without a second thought.
If you're ready to take on this responsibility and make a real impact, we want you on our team!
On the Job
- Conduct application penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in FamApp’s software products
- Perform cloud penetration testing to assess the security of our cloud infrastructure
- Analyze and report on security findings, providing recommendations for remediation
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle
- Stay updated on the latest security trends, threats, and best practices.
Must-haves (Min. qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
- At least 4-7 years of experience in application penetration testing and cloud penetration testing
- Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, and AWS Security tools
- Strong understanding of common web application vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF
- Familiarity with cloud security concepts and technologies, particularly AWS and Azure.
Good to have
- Experience in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions
- Participation in bug bounty programs and recognition in any hall of fame
- Contribution to CVE (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures) entries
- Possession of relevant certifications such as CEH, OSCP, or AWS Certified Security – Specialty would be advantageous.
Why join us?
- Join a dynamic, lean team of engineers and gain the opportunity to work on security, making a meaningful impact for millions of users.
- Opportunity to work on challenging & advanced tech
- Take full ownership of high-impact projects
Why should you join us?
Every once in a while, a product comes to life that makes people think, why was this not done earlier? The users love it, the investors dream about the great returns and the team feels the joy and pride every day. We have strong indicators for users & investors, and we are building a team that will have stories to tell all their life.
We believe that a great product is built by a high-quality team that finds purpose and joy in their work, and we also go beyond it to put heavy emphasis on having fun at work as well.
Perks
1. Industry's best ESOPs scheme
2. Medical Insurances suiting your needs
3. Access to Mental Health professionals
4. Top gadgets to achieve skill level - Bruce Wayne
5. Flexible work schedule so you never miss brunch, lunch, or dinner plans
6. Friendly leaves policy that’ll make your friends jealous
Here’s all the tea on FamApp ☕️
FamApp focuses on financial inclusion of the next generation by providing UPI & card payments to everyone above 11 years old. Our flagship Spending Account, FamX, seamlessly integrates UPI and card payments, enabling users to manage, save, and learn about their finances effortlessly.
Revolutionizing Payments and FinTech
FamApp has enabled 6 million+ users to make UPI and card payments across India, removing the inconvenience of carrying cash everywhere. Users get to customise their FamX card with doodles, which lets them add a personal touch to their payments.
Trusted by leading investors
We’re proud to be supported by renowned investors like Elevation Capital, Y-Combinator, Peak XV (formerly Sequoia Capital India), Venture Highway, Global Founder’s Capital, and esteemed angels Kunal Shah and Amrish Rao.
Join Our Dynamic Team
At Fam, our people-first approach is reflected in our generous leave policies, flexible work schedules, comprehensive health benefits, and free mental health sessions. We don’t mean to brag, but we promise you’ll be surrounded by some of the most fun, talented and passionate people in the startup space.
Want to see what makes life at Fam so awesome? Check out our shenanigans at @lifeatfam 😛