Lead Software Engineer - Cybersecurity Research

Job Description Summary

Join 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 Description

Key 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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