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Product Manager - API SecurityCequence Security | Pune, IndiaAbout Cequence SecurityCequence Security is a leader in API security and bot management, protecting the world'smost innovative companies from automated threats and API attacks. Our Unified APIProtection (UAP) platform, including API Sentinel, API Spyder, and our bot mitigationsolutions, secures billions of API transactions daily. As a fast-growing startup in the criticalcybersecurity space, we're at the forefront of defending modern applications againstsophisticated threats targeting APIs and AI-powered systems.The OpportunityWe're seeking a Technical Product Manager to join our product team in Pune and helpshape the future of API and AI security. This is an exceptional opportunity for someonepassionate about security, automation, and cutting-edge technology to make a significantimpact in a startup environment. Whether you're an experienced PM looking for a technicalchallenge, a developer exploring product management, a QA automation expert who wantsto influence product direction, or a sales/support engineer ready for a new challenge—wewant to hear from you.This role offers the rare combination of working on critical cybersecurity problems, significantequity upside, and the chance to grow with a company protecting the API economy.What You'll Do• Own product features end-to-end: From technical specifications and requirementsgathering through development, testing, and launch for our API security platform• Deep technical collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams on botdetection algorithms, threat intelligence, API discovery, and sensitive data protectioncapabilities• Customer-driven innovation: Translate customer pain points and securityrequirements into actionable product features, working with sales engineering andsupport teams• Competitive intelligence: Analyze bot management and API security landscapes,understanding threat vectors and competitive positioning• Documentation and enablement: Create technical documentation, test plans, andenablement materials for internal teams and customers• Data-driven decisions: Analyze product metrics, security telemetry, and customerfeedback to prioritize roadmap items• Cross-functional leadership: Drive initiatives across engineering, sales, support,and customer success—taking ownership without needing to be askedWhat We're Looking ForMust-Have Experience:• Bot security/management exposure: Direct experience with bot detection, botmitigation, CAPTCHA systems, device fingerprinting, behavioral analysis, or similaranti-automation technologies• Threat detection/mitigation: Understanding of security threats, attack patterns,fraud prevention, abuse detection, or cybersecurity fundamentals• Technical depth: Strong technical background (product management, softwaredevelopment, QA/automation, security engineering, sales engineering, or technicalsupport) with willingness to dive deep into logs, APIs, regex patterns, and systemarchitecture• Startup mentality: Comfortable with ambiguity, able to work independently, andeager to take initiative in a fast-paced environment• Collaboration skills: High IQ, low ego—able to work effectively with diverse teamsand build consensus without frictionNice-to-Have Experience:• Agentic AI experience: Hands-on experience leveraging AI agents like Claude,OpenAI, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or other agentic AI tools for productivity,development, or automation workflows• API security, web application security, or cloud security knowledge• Experience with OWASP Top 10, API security standards, or compliance frameworks(PCI DSS, GDPR, CCPA)• Familiarity with regex patterns, data classification, or sensitive data detection• Understanding of machine learning/AI concepts applied to security• Product management experience in cybersecurity or B2B SaaS• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or agile development methodologies• Background in WAF (Web Application Firewall), CDN, API gateways, or similarinfrastructureBackgrounds We Value:• Technical product managers ready for a deep-dive security challenge• Software developers who understand user problems• QA/automation engineers who've seen products from all angles• Sales engineers who've translated customer needs into solutions• Security/support engineers who've debugged complex production issues• Anyone with 2-10 years of experience in technical roles who's ready to shapeproductsWhy Join Cequence?• Domain: Work on cutting-edge API and AI security problems that directly impactFortune 500 companies• Equity: Significant stock options with real upside potential as we grow• Impact: Your work will directly influence product direction and customer securityposture• Growth: We invest in your development as the company scales, whether you're anexperienced PM or making your first transition• Team: Work with passionate, collaborative engineers and security experts• Innovation: Shape products addressing emerging threats in bot management, APIabuse, and AI securityLocationPune, India (Office-based)To ApplyPlease submit your resume along with a brief note about:• Your most interesting encounter with bots, automation, or API security challenges• Why you're excited about this role and what you'd bring to CequenceCequence Security is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed tocreating an inclusive environment for all employeess