Job Summary
  • Manchester
  • Permanent
  • 26th August 2026
  • Ref ID: BT51309

Job Description

Lead Security Engineer – Manchester/Hybrid

We’re working with a Manchester based start-up, focused on redefining the platform, architecture and infrastructure of AI. This is your chance to help shape the direction of the latest trends and technologies sweeping the globe.

About the Role

Working on the launch of a brand-new platform, you will lead all aspects of security for the platform. That means security reviews, threat modelling, external testing, handling reports and giving the sign-off before launch.

Responsibilities

  • Drive platform-wide security reviews and threat modelling
  • Lead external security testing and vulnerability management
  • Own launch security approvals and risk management processes
  • Bridge the gap between security, engineering, and business stakeholders
  • Support security across authentication, APIs, billing, Studio, infrastructure, and model tooling areas

Primary Skills

  • Proven experience securing production applications at scale
  • Capable of serving as the primary security lead with end-to-end accountability
  • Skilled in risk-based decision-making, focusing on the highest-impact priorities first
  • Eager to learn, grow, and embrace new challenges
  • Accountable for outcomes and motivated by measurable results
  • Flexible, adaptable, and willing to experiment with new ideas

Desirable Skills

  • Deep knowledge of authentication and identity systems, including OAuth2/OIDC, passkeys, sessions, and API keys
  • Skilled in threat modelling, penetration testing management, and incident response
  • Comfortable reviewing systems-level code, with Rust experience a plus

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Ben Toynton. If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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    Job Summary
    • Manchester
    • Permanent
    • 26th August 2026
    • Ref ID: BT51309