Engineering Manager

Job Description

Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world! Responsibilities: Technical Leadership: Architect and design secure, scalable Java backend systems for cybersecurity applications, including APIs, data processing pipelines, and user authentication mechanisms. Lead the development and implementation of secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities in Java applications. Stay abreast of emerging cybersecurity threats and trends, incorporating relevant security protocols into backend architectures. Review and approve technical designs, ensuring adherence to security standards and best practices. Team Management: Manage a team of Java backend developers, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and performance feedback. Assign tasks, prioritize projects, and monitor team progress to meet project deadlines. Foster a collaborative environment within the team, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Development and Deployment: Oversee the development lifecycle of backend applications, including requirement gathering, design, coding, testing, and deployment. Ensure efficient implementation of secure coding practices, including input validation, encryption, and access control mechanisms. Work closely with DevOps teams to streamline the deployment process and manage infrastructure. Security Focus: Collaborate with security architects to design and implement robust security measures, including threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing. Monitor system logs and alerts to detect potential security incidents and respond effectively Implement security best practices for data handling, access management, and API security. Required Skills and Experience: Technical Expertise: Deep proficiency in Java programming language, including core Java concepts, Spring Framework, and microservices architecture Experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB) Flink streaming architectures lambda designs Understanding of security principles like authentication, authorization, encryption, and secure coding practices Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for deployment and scaling Leadership and Management Skills: Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of backend developers Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues Cybersecurity Knowledge: Awareness of current cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities Understanding of security standards and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) Experience with security tools and frameworks (e.g., OWASP, SIEM) Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field