Cybersecurity (Senior) Software Engineer (m/w/d)

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential cybersecurity consultancy seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team in München. In this role, you will:

• Develop secure software and infrastructure solutions, embedding security-by-design principles from the start of every project
• Support client engagements in designing, developing, and protecting modern applications and infrastructures across AI, web, API, and cloud environments
• Identify security risks in existing applications, cloud environments, and infrastructure configurations, then derive concrete remediation measures
• Conduct security-focused code reviews and establish best practices for secure software development across client teams
• Collaborate with development teams, architects, infrastructure teams, and security stakeholders to design holistic secure systems
• Implement security mechanisms including authentication, authorization, encryption, and secrets management in software solutions and cloud configurations
• Integrate security checks into CI/CD pipelines and support the development of DevSecOps structures
• Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code solutions to provision cloud and platform infrastructures securely and repeatably
• Analyze emerging technologies and tools in application security and actively contribute ideas to client projects
• Guide clients through transformation toward secure software development, modern architectures, and automated infrastructure processes
• Take ownership of work packages and contribute to the evolution of service offerings

What We're Looking For

Our client needs someone with:

• A degree in computer science, business information systems, IT security, or comparable qualification with strong academic results
• 2–5 years of professional experience in software engineering with a security focus
• Solid knowledge of software development in Java, Python, TypeScript, or Go with a strong interest in security-first approaches
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructures, automation, and deployment processes
• Experience with clean code, design patterns, and software quality principles applied to both application and infrastructure code
• Proficiency with version control (Git) and code review processes
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and understanding of common vulnerabilities such as OWASP Top 10
• Experience with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and container security
• Practical experience with infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform, OpenTofu, or Pulumi
• Experience with automated testing including unit, integration, and security tests, plus automated validation of infrastructure configurations
• Ideally, experience with DevSecOps approaches and security integration across AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Understanding of modern security architectures such as zero trust, least privilege, and defense in depth is a plus
• Security certifications are advantageous
• Analytical thinking with the ability to assess and prioritize security risks in a structured manner
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and security topics while continuously developing expertise
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to take responsibility and drive topics independently
• Confident communication skills in both German and English (minimum C1 level in both languages)
• Ability to explain complex technical topics clearly to clients and stakeholders
• Prior experience in a consulting environment or client-facing role is preferred
• Desire to actively shape solutions and contribute to project success and new service development

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, our talent team will review your profile and conduct an initial screening to understand your background and career goals. If there's a strong match, we'll submit your candidacy to our client for consideration. Throughout the process, we'll keep you informed and provide guidance. Please note that you should not contact the client directly—all communication will flow through our recruiting team to ensure a smooth and professional experience.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on your experience level and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity

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