Lead Python Engineer (AppSec) ID71666
AgileEngine · Houston, Texas, United States
Software Development · 1,001-5,000 employees
About the role
Lead a cross-functional pod of engineers and data scientists to drive 24-hour delivery velocity for ASPM integrations and AI-enabled secure code scanning. Act as the regional technical anchor, managing shift hand-offs and overseeing technical escalations in a regulated enterprise environment.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires 6+ years of software engineering experience with at least 3 years in a technical leadership role and deep expertise in Python or Java. Must have commercial experience managing distributed teams in regulated industries and be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
Benefits
Full description
AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.
WHY JOIN US
If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Lead Python Engineer to serve as the regional delivery anchor for a follow-the-sun program, leading a cross-functional pod across ASPM integrations and AI-enabled SDLC secure code scanning. You will facilitate clean shift hand-offs with peer leads across timezones, own regional technical escalations, perform secure code reviews, and drive 24-hour delivery velocity in a highly regulated enterprise environment. The role requires 6+ years of engineering experience including 3+ years in technical leadership.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Lead a localized, cross-functional pod of engineers and data scientists, ensuring continuous feature momentum across the 24-hour cycle;
- Facilitate seamless shift hand-offs with peer SDMs in other timezones to maintain 24/7 delivery velocity;
- Oversee the technical delivery of core workstreams, including ASPM integrations and AI-enabled SDLC secure code scanning;
- Act as the primary escalation point for regional technical challenges, performing secure code reviews and guiding infrastructure architecture.
MUST HAVES
- You must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US (e.g., Green card holders, TN visa holders, GC EAD, H4 EAD, U4U with EAD), as we are unable to sponsor or take over employment visa sponsorship at this time;
- 6+ years of software engineering and architecture experience, with at least 3+ years in a technical leadership or engineering management role;
- Deep expertise in Python or Java, alongside modern DevSecOps, Cloud Security, and CI/CD ecosystems;
- Proven commercial experience managing distributed or follow-the-sun engineering teams in highly regulated enterprise environments (Finance, Healthcare, Defense);
- Complete technical ownership of the system’s structural integrity, performance, and security, with the ability to provide creative direction and mentorship;
- Upper-intermediate English level.
NICE TO HAVES
- Prior experience building or implementing AI-assisted developer workflows or intelligent agents.
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- Professional growth: Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
- Competitive compensation: We match your ever-growing skills, talent, and contributions with competitive USD-based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.
- A selection of exciting projects: Join projects with modern solutions development and top-tier clients that include Fortune 500 enterprises and leading product brands.
- Flextime: Tailor your schedule for an optimal work-life balance, by having the options of working from home and going to the office – whatever makes you the happiest and most productive.
