Notion

Software Engineer, Trust

Notion1 weeks ago
Location

San Francisco, California

Type

Full Time

Salary

USD 200,000 – 280,000

Level

Senior

Role

Software Engineer

Posted

May 7, 2026

Full TimeSenior

The role

Summary

Notion is seeking a Software Engineer specializing in Trust and Security to help protect millions of users by building scalable authentication, AI-powered risk mitigation systems, and innovative security controls. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in trust, safety, and product security, with a passion for creating robust protective mechanisms for digital workspaces.

What you'll do

Authentication Development: Build secure authentication features to protect user data and ensure platform safety
Risk Mitigation: Develop AI-powered systems to detect and prevent security risks like phishing, spam, and account takeovers
AI Safety: Create controls and guardrails for Notion AI to ensure trusted AI workflows
Cross-team Collaboration: Partner with Trust & Safety, Engineering, Security, Legal, Data, and Product teams to enhance platform security

What we look for

Technical

Security EngineeringStrong background in building secure, scalable product features
AI Risk ManagementUnderstanding of AI safety principles and risk detection mechanisms

Education

Computer ScienceBachelor's or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Experience

Professional Experience5-8 years of experience in product security, trust, or related domains

Skills

Required skills

Product SecurityExperience building or securing digital products with a focus on trust and safety
Authentication SystemsExpertise in developing secure authentication mechanisms
Cross-functional CollaborationAbility to work effectively across multiple teams and departments

Nice to have

AI SecurityExperience with AI safety, LLM security, and risk mitigation
Machine LearningKnowledge of classical and generative AI applications in security contexts

Compensation & benefits

Salary

USD 200,000 – 280,000 (annual)

Stock options

Available

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive salary package with potential for equity

Hybrid Work Model

In-office collaboration on Anchor Days (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday)

Diversity and Inclusion

Commitment to hiring from diverse backgrounds and providing equal opportunities

Professional Growth

Opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI and security technologies

Interview process

  1. 1
    Initial Screening — Phone or video call with recruiting team to assess background and interest
  2. 2
    Technical Interview — In-depth discussion of security experience, problem-solving approach, and technical skills
  3. 3
    System Design Challenge — Evaluate candidate's ability to design secure, scalable systems
  4. 4
    Team Interview — Meet potential teammates and assess cultural fit and collaboration skills
  5. 5
    Final Executive Interview — Conversation with senior leadership to align on vision and potential contributions
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Notion is an American productivity software providing an all-in-one workspace for notes, tasks, and databases. Popular for its flexibility, it serves individuals and teams for project management and collaboration, evolving from a no-code tool to a versatile platform.

San Francisco, California, United StatesFounded 2013notion.so

Tech Stack

Languages
TypeScript
Frameworks
React
Databases
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Tools
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