[Remote] AppSec Sales Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Harness is hiring an AppSec Sales Engineer to support customer evaluations and adoption of its AI-Native DevSecOps platform. The role delivers technical presentations, demos, workshops, and proofs of value, connecting customer security and compliance needs to application, API, and AI security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver world-class platform presentations and demos focused on Application Security Testing and Runtime Protection as part of the larger DevSecOps landscape
• Evangelize the benefits of the Harness AI-Native DevSecOps platform, highlighting its AppSec and API/AI Security capabilities, including SCA, SAST, DAST, and runtime protection
• Connect business security risks and compliance problems to technical solutions within the end-to-end DevSecOps pipeline
• Drive complex technical engagements, such as workshops and POVs, to prove Harness's value in securing the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) from code to operation, including API and AI workflows
• Responsible for delivering product demonstrations that show customer value in eliminating security debt for developed software and mitigating emerging API and AI risks

Skills

• Experience as a Pre-Sales Engineer supporting SaaS/software sales in the DevSecOps or Cybersecurity domain or a strong practitioner with experience in the software evaluation and buying process
• Hands-on experience with modern application security practices and tools (e.g., API Security, AI Security, SAST, DAST, SCA, or other similar technologies)
• Appreciation for cloud-native application security and the security risks associated with the integration of GenAI
• Remain current on emerging technologies and developments in AI security, software supply chain security, and threat landscapes
• Able to convey complex customer security requirements and feature requests to Engineering
• A valid authorization to work in the U.S. is required

Benefits

• Remote role, West Coast based (must travel)
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Time Off and Parental Leave
• Quarterly Harness TGIF-Off / 4 days
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual social and team-building events
• Recharge & Reset Program
• Monthly internet reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• Certain roles may qualify for a performance-based incentive and/or equity, with eligibility depending on the position

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