Senior Engineer – Application Security

Engineer Application Security

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Job Overview and Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled Engineer Application Security resource to help us develop solutions to automate the security compliance operation, improve application security posture management, and drive for shift-left security to reduce the vulnerabilities. The ideal candidate will have experience with application development and CI/CD pipelines, sufficient background in AWS cloud, and strong cybersecurity and tooling knowledge.

• Implement efficient code to turn design into working solutions at high quality.
• Develop pipeline templates, software components or tools to help developers to avoid introducing security vulnerabilities into applications.
• Work closely with security standard owners, security architects and engineers, business/stakeholders to define requirements and design technical solutions to automate security control validation
• Create and document standard of operations, procedures, guidelines, or knowledge materials for optimize execution and knowledge sharing.
• Identify areas for enhancements in existing programs and subsequently developing the enhancements. Test and evaluate new programs.
• Maintain and upgrade existing systems. Continuously identify opportunities for improvement.

This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded. This position is for United Airlines Business Services Pvt. Ltd - a wholly owned subsidiary of United Airlines Inc.

Qualifications

What’s Needed to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information system or related field
• 4 years of solid experience in developing applications using CI/CD pipeline in cloud environment
• Proficiency in Python programming for automation and scripting
• Demonstrated experience with additional programming languages (e.g., Java, .NET, JavaScript) and shell scripting (Bash/PowerShell)
• Hands-on experience with AWS core services, including EC2, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch, and DynamoDB
• Track record of delivering high-quality code and applications within project timelines
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and configuration management tools in multi-account environments
• Familiarity with Harness or GitHub Actions for integrating security into development workflows
• Solid understanding of application principles, including OWASP Top 10 security risks, SSDLC, and mitigation strategies
• Experience with security scanning tools such as Veracode, Snyk, or similar platforms
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Collaborative mindset with positive team spirit and relationship building

What Will Help You Propel From The Pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• 3 years of coding experience with JavaScript, Java, .Net
• AWS Cloud Practitioner or equivalent
• CSSLP