About the job
About Adaptive
AdaptiveSecurity stands at the forefront of AI cybersecurity, being the exclusive investment of NVIDIA and OpenAI in this crucial field.
As a pioneering startup, our mission is to thwart AI-driven cyberattacks. Following a successful funding round in December 2025, we secured $81M in Series B financing led by NVIDIA and Bain Capital Ventures, with contributions from Capital One Ventures, Citi Ventures, and ongoing support from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), the OpenAI Startup Fund, and Abstract Ventures. This landmark funding round signifies NVIDIA's inaugural venture into AI cybersecurity.
Founded by seasoned entrepreneurs Brian Long and Andrew Jones, who have a track record of building and scaling industry-leading companies, Adaptive is poised for growth. Previously, they co-founded Attentive, which achieved over $500M in annual revenue and a valuation exceeding $10B, along with TapCommerce, acquired by Twitter. Their extensive experience in fostering high-growth, product-centric businesses is integral to Adaptive's ambition to create a robust security framework for the AI landscape.
Our trusted solutions are utilized by leading banks, technology firms, and healthcare providers, safeguarding teams against emerging threats such as deepfakes, smishing, and AI-generated voice scams. With swift enterprise adoption and a market potential exceeding $200B, Adaptive is just getting started.
Role
We are on the lookout for a Lead Software Engineer who is passionate about crafting high-quality software within a dynamic startup atmosphere where each engineer significantly influences product outcomes and company growth.
In this role, you will tackle our most intricate and far-reaching technical challenges. You will set the technical vision, mentor fellow engineers, and oversee critical components of our platform. This position is ideal for a leader who inspires through influence, engages directly in problem-solving, and elevates the performance of those around them.
Responsibilities
Define technical direction and unite the team around common objectives.
Manage multiple projects from inception to completion, regardless of size or complexity.
Mentor and advocate for engineers to facilitate their professional development.
Resolve obstacles , when the team faces challenges, you will clarify trade-offs and assist in decision-making.
Collaborate closely with product and design teams , in this role, you will make strategic decisions that shape the product's trajectory.
Engage directly in coding and technical tasks when necessary, rather than solely delegating.
Foster a culture of ownership, urgency, and technical excellence.
Stay abreast of cutting-edge technologies and introduce innovations that enhance our platform.
