Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud solutions provider seeks a Principal Vulnerability Engineer for their Java security platform. The role involves researching new vulnerabilities and developing security tools while requiring extensive experience in platform security. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in Java and C/C++, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

Flexible medical benefits

Competitive retirement options

Volunteer opportunities in the community

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in platform security.
• Deep knowledge of the Java security model.
• Expert level skills in C/C++ and systems-level programming.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive research on vulnerability signatures for Java.
• Maintain security tooling; perform assessments and code reviews.
• Assist development teams with security code review.

Skills

Java

C/C++

Security protocols

Security tooling

Communication

Job description

Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform, bath

Client:

Oracle

Location:

bath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a Principal Vulnerability Engineer who will be part of the security vulnerability team for the Java platform. This team conducts both the red team (offensive) and blue team (defensive) duties. Responsibilities will include proactive research, security tooling, assessments, and assisting development teams with security code review. Qualified candidate must have at least 10+ years of hands-on experience in platform security, deep knowledge of Java security model is a must. Minimum 10+ years of hands-on experience with security protocols and best practices are required. Ideal candidate is expected to work independently on assigned tasks. Proven past experience in successful security incident resolution and proactive research utilizing industry standard tools is a must-have. Past research and CVEs on Java security issues are a plus. Must have proficiency in Java, and expert level C/C++ skills, and systems level programming. Great personal leadership, self-starter, ability to work with remote teams and communication skills are required.

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Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include proactive research on new vulnerability signatures for the Java platform, create and maintain security tooling for the Java platform, conduct security assessment for new features that will be integrated into the JDK, and assisting development teams with security code review. Ability to code in Java and do implementation code review for both Java and native source code is required.

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Created on 31/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom