Trail of Bits

About Trail of Bits

Trail of Bits fortifies the digital world. Since 2012, this team of expert hackers has secured organizations from Facebook to DARPA. You will work at the forefront of cybersecurity, combining high-end research with a real-world attacker mentality. They provide crucial tools and deep expertise in reverse engineering, cryptography, malware, and software exploits. Their work ensures clients stay ahead of emerging threats and drive security industry advancements.

How We Work

Trail of Bits is remote-first, with over 100 employees spanning every time zone globally. Their culture thrives on autonomy and trust, fostering an environment where you are empowered to take initiative. You will find a highly collaborative atmosphere, with engineers pairing with designers and decisions openly discussed in public channels. They prioritize continuous learning, sharing knowledge through internal sessions, conference speaking, and open-source contributions. This is a place where your expertise is valued, and your work visibly contributes to a shared mission.

Engineering at Trail of Bits

You will tackle the industry's most challenging security problems, from AI/ML security frameworks to compiler-based tools. Their engineers regularly build tools in Rust, C++, and Python, with occasional Go and Java. They embrace AI-native workflows, giving you access to the latest technologies like Claude Code and GitHub Actions. Expect to contribute to open-source projects, analyze complex systems, and develop custom solutions that advance the state of the art in cybersecurity. The team continuously refines tools and processes, believing meaningful security gains emerge at the intersection of human intellect and computational power. They actively seek individuals who can diagnose root causes and build scalable, production-quality code, not just temporary fixes.

Why Join Us

• Pioneer security solutions for the world's most targeted organizations.
• Contribute to open-source tools and research that shape the security industry.
• Work in a remote-first culture built on autonomy, trust, and continuous learning.
• Grow your expertise with a $750 annual learning stipend and opportunities for public speaking.
• Receive comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) with 5% match and 4 months of parental leave.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fully company-paid health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 5% company match of your base salary.
• 20 days of paid vacation with flexibility for more.
• 4 months of parental leave for new family members.
• $1,000 working-from-home stipend for your home office.
• Annual $750 learning & development stipend.
• Company-sponsored all-team celebrations, including travel and accommodation.
• Philanthropic contribution matching up to $2,000 annually.
• $10,000 relocation assistance if you move to NYC.