Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global cloud solutions provider seeks a Principal Vulnerability Engineer specializing in the Java Security Platform. The role involves proactive research on vulnerabilities, development of security tools, and addressing security assessments. This position requires extensive experience in platform security, with a strong focus on Java and C/C++, fostering a collaborative approach towards finding effective security solutions.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Flexible medical plans

Life insurance offerings

Retirement options

Volunteer programs

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of the Java security model.
• Experience with security protocols and incident resolution.
• Strong leadership and self-motivation required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive research on new vulnerabilities for the Java platform.
• Develop and maintain security tools and perform security assessments.
• Review security aspects of Java and native source code.

Skills

Proactive research

Security tooling

Security assessments

Java

C/C++

Systems-level programming

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

10+ years of experience in platform security

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Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform, Bristol

Client: Oracle

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a Principal Vulnerability Engineer to join the security vulnerability team for the Java platform. The team conducts both offensive (red team) and defensive (blue team) duties. Responsibilities include proactive research, security tooling, assessments, and assisting development teams with security code reviews. The ideal candidate must have at least 10+ years of hands-on experience in platform security, with deep knowledge of the Java security model. Experience with security protocols, incident resolution, and proactive research using industry-standard tools is essential. Proficiency in Java, expert-level C/C++ skills, and systems-level programming are required. Strong leadership, self-motivation, remote collaboration skills, and excellent communication are also necessary.

Responsibilities

Conduct proactive research on new vulnerabilities for the Java platform, develop and maintain security tools, perform security assessments for new JDK features, and review security aspects of both Java and native source code.

About Us

As a global leader in cloud solutions, Oracle leverages innovative technology to address today’s challenges. We have partnered with industry leaders across sectors and have thrived for over 40 years by operating with integrity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunity for all. Oracle offers global career opportunities, competitive benefits, flexible medical, life insurance, retirement options, and community volunteer programs.

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Created on 31/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom