Java Software Engineer

SoTalent is a leading aerospace and defense technology organization advancing the security of next-generation flight systems. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong cybersecurity awareness to design, build, and maintain internal tools that streamline cybersecurity processes and improve collaboration between technical and security teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end development and support of internal cybersecurity and risk management tools used across engineering programs
• Design, implement, and maintain custom integrations within enterprise collaboration platforms (e.g., Jira and related systems)
• Build and optimize automated workflows connecting cybersecurity, compliance, and engineering systems
• Architect backend solutions using Java/Groovy and Python, ensuring scalability and maintainability
• Develop dashboards and reporting systems that consolidate data from multiple security and engineering sources
• Modernize and extend existing platforms for risk assessment and vulnerability tracking
• Work collaboratively with global teams supporting 24/7 operations in a highly regulated environment
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to improving secure coding and software development practices
• Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, define priorities, and implement improvements focused on usability and performance

Skills

• Minimum of 6 years' professional software development experience in a complex, security-sensitive environment
• Extensive background in Jira customization and administration, including workflow design, integrations, and scripting
• Advanced coding skills in Java/Groovy and Python, with strong experience using APIs, plugins, and service integrations
• Ability to work independently on technically challenging projects and provide leadership within a small development team
• Deep understanding of user experience design principles for technical and security-focused tools
• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities with a focus on reliability and availability
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience developing or maintaining custom Jira integrations using REST APIs and middleware
• Familiarity with software composition analysis and static analysis tools (e.g., Black Duck, Coverity, SD Elements)
• Knowledge of cloud services, containerization, and CI/CD pipelines
• Demonstrated ability to enhance secure product development practices and improve system transparency

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, disability, and accident insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Tuition assistance and professional development programs
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance and well-being programs

Company Overview

• At SoTechTalent, we specialise in connecting forward-thinking tech companies with world-class talent. It was founded in 2024, and is headquartered in New York, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https://sotechtalent.com/.