About the job
About Us
Established in 2012 by three skilled hackers without external funding, Trail of Bits stands as the leading authority in cybersecurity, dedicated to confronting the most complex risks posed by emerging technologies. Our expertise has fortified some of the globe's most vulnerable organizations and devices. By merging cutting-edge research with actionable solutions, we significantly mitigate security challenges for our clients. Our mission is to advance the security landscape and enhance public comprehension of the underlying technologies that shape our world.
As a front line in the battle against cyber threats, our research-driven and custom-engineered strategies empower our clients to stay ahead of potential attacks. For organizations that depend heavily on security, a proactive and personalized approach is essential to maintaining an advantage over adversaries.
We believe in making security information accessible to all. Through our ongoing initiatives—blogs, whitepapers, newsletters, community meetups, and open-source tools—we strive to foster a better understanding of security within the community, thereby highlighting the unique value that Trail of Bits provides.
Your Role
Are you a creator eager to optimize and enhance operational efficiencies through automation? As our AI Systems Engineer, you will collaborate directly with our CEO in our New York office to develop and implement internal tools that revolutionize Trail of Bits' operations. In this pivotal role, you will identify areas of friction within the organization and craft innovative solutions utilizing AI, automation, and contemporary development methodologies.
You will take ownership of projects from initial concept through to deployment, thriving in our Slack-first culture where rapid ideation and impact are measured by the effectiveness of your contributions. Your work will form an integral part of the operational backbone of a premier security consulting firm.
This position is full-time based in our NYC office with flexible remote work options.
Key Accomplishments
- Develop and implement internal tools that address genuine operational hurdles across engineering, operations, and market outreach teams.
- Create AI-enhanced workflows that boost team productivity, knowledge management, and decision-making.
- Design automation systems to replace manual tasks and enhance team efficiency.
- Incorporate AI functionalities (such as Claude) into existing workflows and communication platforms like Slack.
- Engage directly with the CEO and senior leadership to pinpoint high-impact opportunities and rapidly iterate on solutions.
- Deliver production-ready code that integrates into Trail of Bits' operational framework.

