Security Architect

Job Description

Job Description

As the Security Architect , you will be leading all aspects of Software Security for Dexterity’s Robotics Product Lines. This is a very visible and “hands-on” role that requires you to write and review code, write and audit policies, and work with auditors, prospects and customers to demonstrate compliance with security policies.

The role also requires keeping our Security Guidelines, Incident Plan and other policy documents updated with the latest industry best-practices. You will work with a team of very talented Software and DevOps Engineers, Operations and Customer Success Managers to ensure that we have the right policies and processes in place and are effectively communicating and enforcing them.

We are very interested in candidates that have previously led or played a significant role in achieving ISO27001 and SOC2 compliance at a software company. Multiple years of real-world production experience is required. Other duties involve analyzing requirements, mentoring software developers and communicating best practices via documents.

In order to thrive in this role you will have strong knowledge of modern DevOps/SecOps tooling and industry trends. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential to the role. Solid experience in C++ and Python is required to ensure you are operating at all of the required levels to be successful.

About Dexterity: 

At Dexterity, we believe robots can positively transform the world. Our breakthrough technology frees people to do the creative, inspiring, problem-solving jobs that humans do best by enabling robots to handle repetitive and physically difficult work.

We’re starting with warehouse automation, where the need for smarter, more resilient supply chains impacts millions of lives and businesses around the world. Dexterity's full-stack robotics systems pick, move, pack, and collaborate with human-like skill, awareness, and learning capabilities. Our systems are software-driven, hardware-agnostic, and have already picked over 15 million goods in production. And did we mention we’re customer-obsessed? Every decision, large and small, is driven by one question – how can we empower our customers with robots to do more than they thought was possible?

Dexterity is one of the fastest growing companies in robotics, backed by world-class investors such as Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, and Obvious Ventures. We’re a diverse and multidisciplinary team with a culture built on passion, trust, and dedication. Come join Dexterity and help make intelligent robots a reality!

Required Skills:

MS or PhD in Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Background in InfoSec, software supply chain security and secure coding practices

Previous experience leading or significant contribution to achieving ISO27001 and SOC2 Compliance

Experience working with auditors and customer InfoSec/IT teams. Strong internal and external communication skills, Attention to details

Strong knowledge of Modern C++ and Python

Experience with Git and modern CI pipelines

Nice to haves:

Knowledge of Network Security

Experience with Docker and Kubernetes

Experience with cloud infrastructure such as AWS, GCP, Azure etc.

Previous startup experience

Our Total Rewards philosophy is designed to recognize contributions toward meaningful innovation. Base pay is one component of a broader compensation package that may include equity grants, benefits, and other incentives, depending on role and eligibility.

For this position, the expected base salary range is $200,000 to $300,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, education, and market factors, and may vary accordingly.

Final compensation decisions are made individually and take a number of factors into consideration. Eligible employees may be considered for equity awards as part of their overall compensation. Access to benefits and wellness resources is provided in accordance with company policies and may vary based on role and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.