Senior Software Engineer

What we do

At Adversa AI, we’re building a security platform for AI agents — core infrastructure for the world’s AI transformation. We’re already working with Fortune 500s, Big Four firms, and leading AI companies, and we’re backed by operators and investors who built Twitter, Perplexity, Google, Facebook, and Coinbase.

We have a real shot at making a global impact, and we’re looking for people who want to join almost at the ground floor.

Please read this before applying to decide if you’ll love working with us.

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Who we're looking for

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI-driven development? Do you thrive on automating and outsourcing as much of the coding process to AI as possible, while still ensuring the system remains stable and robust? If so, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a Senior Software Developer to build the core components of our next-generation cybersecurity platform that will help to protect current and future AI applications and Agents and enable AI innovation. You will collaborate closely with security researchers, analysts, product and Founders to create a secure, high-performance environment that safeguards cutting-edge AI solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain core platform components for AI-driven cybersecurity solutions
• Collaborate with product, research, and security teams to continuously refine and enhance platform features
• Drive automation of development tasks using large language models (LLMs) wherever possible
• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and robustness across microservices architectures
• Stay up-to-date on emerging AI trends to innovate and optimize our product offerings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience
• 1+ year of prompt engineering and AI-assisted coding experience, working closely with LLMs
• Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in Software Engineering or a related field
• Proven expertise in large-scale microservices design and deployment

Skills & Attributes

• Obsessed with AI: Passionate about AI-driven solutions and continuous innovation
• Autonomy & Initiative: Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
• Startup Experience: Comfortable with a fast-paced, innovative environment
• Fast Learner: Quick to adapt to new technologies and methodologies

Additional Advantages

• Front-End Development: Experience in modern front-end frameworks
• Cybersecurity: Familiarity with security best practices, tools, or research
• Core Tech Stack: Java, Docker, and open-source LLMs

Why Join Us?

• Play a key role in shaping the future of AI by protecting it
• Work alongside a diverse team of security researchers and industry experts, our founders are pioneers in AI Security, and our investors include top Engineers like ex ex-SVP of Engineering of Twitter
• Opportunity to innovate and automate in a rapidly evolving space
• Big stock compensation for first hires, professional growth, and an environment that fosters creativity and collaboration