Lead Software Engineer - Cybersecurity Research

Posted 8 Days Ago
7 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Senior level
Energy • Manufacturing • Solar • Renewable Energy
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy.
The Role
Lead Software Engineer overseeing the development of a SBOM management application, focusing on technical leadership, customer-oriented innovation, and agile development practices.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Description SummaryJoin our innovative Software Security team at GE Vernova where technology meets critical infrastructure protection. We're building next-generation cybersecurity solutions that safeguard energy systems worldwide while driving digital transformation in the energy sector.
We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer (Sr Staff Product Security Analyst) to spearhead the development of our cutting-edge SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) management application. This role combines technical leadership, customer-focused innovation, and team management to deliver solutions that help organizations effectively manage software vulnerabilities in production environments.
As the technical leader of our SBOM management platform, you will drive architectural decisions, lead a talented engineering team, and translate complex customer requirements into actionable development strategies. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in the cybersecurity space while working with enterprise-scale challenges in the energy sector.

Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

  • Lead application architecture and design decisions for our SBOM management platform

  • Drive innovation based on customer feedback and emerging cybersecurity trends

  • Oversee technical roadmap development and implementation strategies

  • Ensure scalability, security, and performance of applications handling enterprise-scale vulnerability data

Team Management & Mentorship

  • Lead and manage a small, high-performing software engineering team

  • Mentor team members on software engineering best practices, code quality, and professional development

  • Foster collaborative environment that promotes knowledge sharing and continuous learning

Customer-Centric Development

  • Implement customer-centric design processes that prioritize user experience and business value

  • Translate customer feedback into detailed user stories, technical requirements, and sprint backlogs

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand vulnerability management challenges and pain points

  • Develop timeline estimates and communicate project status to leadership and customers

Agile Development Leadership

  • Ensure SCRUM ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, retrospectives, and sprint reviews are being followed

  • Manage product backlog prioritization and sprint capacity planning

  • Ensure delivery quality through code reviews, testing strategies, and CI/CD best practices

  • Drive continuous improvement in development processes and team productivity

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field

  • Minimum 5 years of professional software development experience

  • Proven experience working within SCRUM/Agile development teams

  • 2+ years of technical leadership or team management experience

Technical Skills

  • Strong proficiency in modern programming languages (Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, or similar)

  • Experience with software architecture patterns and scalable system design

  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and vulnerability management concepts

  • Familiarity with SBOM standards (SPDX, CycloneDX) and vulnerability databases (CVE, NVD)

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies

  • Proficiency in database design and data management for large-scale applications

Leadership & Communication

  • Excellent communication skills in English with ability to translate technical concepts to diverse audiences

  • Strong project management abilities with experience in backlog management and timeline estimation

  • Customer-focused mindset with experience gathering and prioritizing user requirements

  • Collaborative leadership style that empowers team members and drives results

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

  • Experience in the energy sector or critical infrastructure cybersecurity

  • Knowledge of supply chain security and software composition analysis

  • Certifications in cybersecurity (CISSP, CISM,, GICSP, GSEC) or Agile methodologies (CSM, PSM)

  • Experience with DevSecOps practices and security-first development approaches

  • Background in vulnerability research or security tool development

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

  • Professional development opportunities including conferences, certifications, and training

  • Flexible work arrangements with remote and hybrid options

  • Cutting-edge technology and resources to drive innovation

  • Collaborative culture that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning

  • Opportunity to impact critical infrastructure security on a global scale

  • Career advancement pathways in both technical and leadership tracks

Impact You'll Make

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of solving critical cybersecurity challenges that affect global energy infrastructure. Your work will directly contribute to:

  • Enhancing software security across enterprise environments

  • Streamlining vulnerability management processes for development teams

  • Advancing industry standards for software bill of materials and supply chain security

  • Protecting critical energy systems from emerging cyber threats

Ready to Lead the Future of Cybersecurity?

If you're passionate about building innovative cybersecurity solutions, leading high-performing teams, and making a meaningful impact in the energy sector, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and join our mission to secure the world's energy infrastructure through cutting-edge software solutions.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Top Skills

AWS
Azure
C#
Cve
Cyclonedx
GCP
Java
JavaScript
Nvd
Python
Spdx
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The Company
HQ: , Cambridge, MA
75,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2024

What We Do

GE Vernova is a planned purpose-built company on a mission to electrify the planet while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.

If we want our energy future to be different…we must be different.

Our mission is embedded in our name. We retain our treasured legacy, “GE,” in our name as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy that GE Vernova will help deliver.

GE Vernova brings together GE’s portfolio of energy businesses including Power, Wind, Electrification and Digital businesses. With focus, GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.

Together, we have The Energy to Change the World.

Why Work With Us

Join our team, to evolve and grow, surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the industry who help you get better every day. You’ll get the chance to rewrite the rules, work on cutting-edge technology, and be part of a global team for positive change.

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