Software & Security Engineer III

Overview

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Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Job Details

Senior Software Engineer – Application Security

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong expertise in application security to join a forward-thinking technology team focused on enhancing secure software development practices. This role combines deep technical knowledge with the ability to collaborate across engineering and security teams to ensure robust, secure applications.

<>Role Overview</>

The ideal candidate will have a software development background (Java and JavaScript preferred) and hands-on experience in application security, including vulnerability analysis, remediation strategies, and secure coding principles. This position requires strong communication skills to act as a bridge between development and security teams, driving best practices and influencing architecture decisions.

<>Key Responsibilities</>
  • Implement and manage software security testing techniques aligned with enterprise standards.
  • Analyze and assess open-source vulnerabilities, including zero-day threats, and determine impact on applications.
  • Develop and execute remediation plans for identified risks, including code refactoring and dependency updates.
  • Champion secure coding practices and lead security reviews across engineering teams.
  • Provide technical designs and recommendations to reduce vulnerabilities and improve security posture.
  • Collaborate with development, architecture, and security teams to integrate security into the software delivery lifecycle.
  • Stay current on emerging threats, tools, and best practices in application and cloud security.
<>Desired Skills & Competencies</>
  • Strong experience in application security testing and software composition analysis.
  • Knowledge of web application security, cloud security, and container security.
  • Familiarity with OWASP, CWE, CVE standards and vulnerability mitigation techniques.
  • Hands-on experience with tools such as Sonatype, Qualys, SonarQube, and AWS Inspector.
  • Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, and Python.
  • Working knowledge of AWS services, Docker, Terraform, and DevSecOps practices.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders.
<>Preferred Qualifications</>
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (AWS and security certifications a plus).
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and driving secure development initiatives.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard tools for code quality, repository management, and CI/CD pipelines.
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