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Secure Software Developer Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Maddisoft

.NET Blazor Developer

Houston, TX · On-site

NET Blazor Developer to design, develop, test, and maintain modern web-based applications. The ... software remains current with evolving technologies. * Develop secure, responsive, and user ...

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NAVA Software Solutions

Principal Software Engineer

Spring, TX · On-site

$124K - $166K/yr

Develop secure, well-structured back-end services and REST APIs, ensuring robust authentication ... Well versed in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions etc.) * Comfortable working ...

Invesco

Sr. Principal Coach

Houston, TX · On-site

... and Software & Quality Engineering leaders to define and evolve best practices for secure software development. Translate qualitative and quantitative data into strategic recommendations for ...

Hp

VicePresident,Platform Engineering

Spring, TX

These include modern, AI-native, end-to-end platforms spanning developer experience, data and AI ... Lead the security function,responsible for making secure software delivery the default path, with ...

ENIN SYSTEMS INC

Java Developer

Texas City, TX · On-site

$43.75 - $56.50/hr

Understanding of secure software development practices and OWASP guidelines. Technical Skills ... Programming Languages: Java, JavaScript, TypeScript Backend: Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring ...

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INSPYR Solutions

Cyber Security Architect

Spring, TX · On-site

... engineering teams. The position will focus on strengthening application security, secure software development practices, cloud security, and DevSecOps while providing opportunities to grow into ...

Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

Senior DevOps Engineer II

Houston, TX · On-site

$124K - $159K/yr

This is an opportunity to lead through innovation, mentor peers, and shape how secure software is ... Deep experience with CI/CD platforms (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab) and ...

Raytheon

Principal Real-time Software Engineer

Houston, TX

$128K - $172K/yr

... more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Software ... Our Principal Embedded Real-Time Software Developer/Integrator is a technical position that works ...

JP Morgan Chase

Lead Software Engineer - Python

Houston, TX · On-site

$133K - $164K/yr

As a Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within Infrastructure Platforms - Core Foundational ... developer experience, and reduce operational toil * Develop secure, reliable, and scalable backend ...

Raytheon

Principal Real-time Software Engineer

Houston, TX

$128K - $172K/yr

... more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Software ... Our Principal Embedded Real-Time Software Developer/Integrator is a technical position that works ...

Cority Software

Sr. DevOps Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$124K - $159K/yr

... software engineering to deploy and operate our systems. They will help architect, develop, implement a secure operating environment for our web and API based solutions while adhering to Cority ...

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How much do secure software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for secure software developer in Houston, TX is $106,809.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,900.00 and $124,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a secure software developer?

To thrive as a Secure Software Developer, you need strong programming abilities, a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, and experience with secure coding practices, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like static code analyzers, vulnerability scanners, and security frameworks, as well as certifications such as CSSLP or CEH, are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial to building resilient software and protecting organizations from evolving security threats.

What are some common challenges secure software developers face when integrating security into the software development lifecycle?

Secure Software Developers often encounter challenges such as balancing application performance with security controls, keeping up with constantly evolving threats, and ensuring secure coding practices are consistently followed across development teams. They must also work closely with other developers, QA testers, and DevOps professionals to implement security requirements without slowing down project timelines. Regular code reviews, automated security testing, and ongoing collaboration with stakeholders are essential to overcoming these challenges and delivering robust, secure software.
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Infographic showing various Secure Software Developer job openings in Houston, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,809 per year, or $51.4 per hour.

Principal Software Developer (Hands-On Web Development Exp w/ C# & .NET

Aspen Technology, Inc.

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

AspenTech rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 242 rated software companies

Job description

The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways - from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.
The Role
AspenTech, a global leader in software solutions for optimizing process manufacturing across various industries including oil and gas, petroleum, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, is seeking a talented Software Developer to join our Advanced Process Control and Dynamic Optimization R&D Group in Houston.
In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting and enhancing our industry leading advanced control (DMC3) and dynamic optimization (GDOT) products, utilizing cutting edge software tools, AI, and advanced modeling and optimization technologies.
This unique opportunity allows an exceptional software developer to contribute to a rapidly expanding product that serves as a fundamental pillar for industry digitalization.
Your Impact
  • Primarily focus on designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting DMC3/GDOT products.
  • Analyze customer requirements and translate them into product features and use cases.
  • Deliver innovative solutions to enhance our products, ensuring they provide better value for our customers with a focus on simplicity in deployment and maintenance.
  • Secure application design to ensure products adhere to modern software security and access-control standards.
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools for coding, troubleshooting, refactoring, and generating unit tests to improve efficiency and code quality.
  • Collaborate with other teams to identify synergies among AspenTech's extensive range of products.
  • Work collaboratively with the extended team in Product Management, Customer Support, and Quality Assurance to ensure a successful product release and seamless customer adoption.

What You'll Need
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related fields with 10+ years of working experience.
  • Proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying scalable web applications across the full software development lifecycle.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft web application technologies, including ASP.NET Core, ASP.NET MVC/Web API, ASP.NET Web Forms, and Classic ASP.
  • Strong experience with C# (.NET).
  • Knowledge of software security principles, including authentication, authorization, and access-control models.
  • Experience writing SQL queries and managing data using SQL is a plus.
  • Familiarity with unit testing frameworks.
  • Experience with third-party UI controls or frameworks such Angular, React, or DevExpress is a plus.
  • Experience with Javascipt, Typescript, C++ is a plus.
  • Experience using AI-assisted development tools for coding, troubleshooting, refactoring, and generating unit tests.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
  • Experience in software project management is a plus.

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