Senior Java Software Security Engineer – Cloud & Open Source

Our client is a global leader in innovative security solutions within the financial industry, focusing on software security platforms and cloud-native solutions.

• 7 or more years of experience in Java development, software security, or related fields
• Proven expertise with JVM internals, memory management, and the Spring Boot ecosystem
• Hands-on experience working with GCP (Google Cloud Platform) cloud services
• Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures, open source tools, and modern security protocols
• Ability to create impactful solutions that make banking better, faster, and safer
• Leadership skills to influence teams and foster a culture of continuous learning and high standards
• Experience identifying security risks and adopting innovative tech or processes to address them
• A holistic, generalist mindset capable of applying thinking across multiple domains

Nice to have:

• Contributions to open source projects or technical blogs
• Certifications related to cloud platforms or security

• Take ownership of code delivery, contributing hands-on to complex security solutions in production environments
• Develop and contribute to open source projects, blogs, or GitHub repositories showcasing expertise
• Leverage deep knowledge of Java 21+ (including Virtual Threads/Project Loom), Spring Boot 3.x, and modern JVM internals
• Design and implement scalable cloud-native architectures using GKE, Cloud Spanner, Postgres, and event-driven systems like Kafka or pub/sub
• Integrate Zero Trust Architecture and OAuth2/OpenID Connect at the code level to enhance security protocols
• Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions, driving automation from the outset
• Lead and influence teams by sharing knowledge, mentoring peers, and raising the bar on quality and efficiency
• Stay abreast of industry shifts, emerging trends, and innovative practices, guiding teams toward forward-thinking implementation
• Identify and mitigate software security risks, promoting best practices and continuous improvement

Only candidates with an existing legal right to work in the European Union will be considered for this role.