Lead TLS & Crypto Library Engineer (Java/Python/Node)

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to enhance their TLS abstraction layer, ensuring secure software development practices across various languages including Java, Python, and Node.js. The role involves hands-on development, API design, and maintaining security protocols. Candidates should have extensive experience in software development, a strong understanding of TLS standards, and be capable of troubleshooting complex security issues. This position is based in Plano, Texas.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development experience focused on security-sensitive library development.
• Strong hands-on development skills in at least two of Java, Python, and Node.js/TypeScript.
• Deep understanding of TLS protocols and cryptographic primitives.

Responsibilities

• Design and extend the TLS abstraction layer across multiple runtimes.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert on TLS handshake mechanics.
• Manage and improve CI/CD pipelines for TLS libraries.

Skills

Java

Python

Node.js

TLS 1.2 and 1.3

Network diagnostic tools

CI/CD pipelines

agile development methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Wireshark

OpenSSL

GitHub Actions

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading financial institution is seeking a Lead Security Engineer to enhance their TLS abstraction layer, ensuring secure software development practices across various languages including Java, Python, and Node.js. The role involves hands-on development, API design, and maintaining security protocols. Candidates should have extensive experience in software development, a strong understanding of TLS standards, and be capable of troubleshooting complex security issues. This position is based in Plano, Texas.