Cybersecurity Researcher
Company: Amadeus Search
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Role: Cybersecurity Researcher Location: South Bay Area (On-site
or Remote flexibility) Compensation: $175K – $225K ~0.1% equity
Visa: Sponsorship available for all visa types Company An
early-stage cybersecurity startup (founded 2024) operating in
stealth mode. The company has raised $25M in funding and currently
employs about 20 people. Backed by top-tier investors, the startup
is building advanced security solutions at the intersection of
applied research and product development. Role Overview This role
sits at the cutting edge of cybersecurity R&D. As a
Cybersecurity Researcher, you’ll combine deep research expertise
with hands-on engineering skills to design and implement novel
approaches to securing systems and infrastructure. The position
blends applied research with practical engineering, giving you a
direct impact on shaping new security technologies. Tech
Environment Primary Language: Python Focus Areas: Applied research,
threat detection, system security, and vulnerability analysis Role
Types: Research Scientist & Applied Research, Security Engineer
Culture & Workstyle Small, highly technical team (~20 employees)
Flexible work policy (on-site South Bay or fully remote)
High-impact environment with direct contributions to product
direction and security innovation Benefits & Perks Competitive base
salary Equity (~0.1%) Visa sponsorship available Opportunity to own
projects end-to-end in a fast-growing startup Fast Facts Founded:
2024 Funding: $25M Team Size: 20 Industry: Cybersecurity Stage:
Stealth, early growth with strong investor backing
Keywords: Amadeus Search, Oakland , Cybersecurity Researcher, IT / Software / Systems , San Francisco, California
