Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform

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

Job summary

A leading global cloud solutions provider seeks a Principal Vulnerability Engineer for their security vulnerability team. The role involves conducting assessments, enhancing security tooling, and collaborating with development teams. Ideal candidates should possess extensive experience in Java security, proactive research abilities, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Flexible medical options

Life insurance

Retirement options

Volunteer programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in platform security.
• Deep knowledge of Java security model.
• Proficiency in Java and expert-level C/C++ skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive research on new vulnerability signatures.
• Perform implementation code review for both Java and native code.
• Create and maintain security tooling.

Skills

Java

C/C++

Security protocols

Security incident resolution

Remote teamwork

Communication

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Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform, Crawley, West Sussex

Client: Oracle

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 include proactive research, security tooling, assessments, and assisting development teams with security code review. The qualified candidate must have at least 10+ years of hands-on experience in platform security, with deep knowledge of the Java security model. Minimum 10+ years of experience with security protocols and best practices are required. The candidate should be able to work independently on assigned tasks. Proven experience in security incident resolution and proactive research using industry-standard tools is essential. Past research and CVEs related to Java security issues are a plus. Proficiency in Java, expert-level C/C++ skills, and systems-level programming are required. Strong personal leadership, self-motivation, remote teamwork skills, and good communication are also necessary.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include proactive research on new vulnerability signatures for the Java platform, creating and maintaining security tooling, conducting security assessments for new features in the JDK, and assisting development teams with security code review. Coding in Java and performing implementation code review for both Java and native source code are required.

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We believe true innovation begins when everyone is empowered to contribute. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.

Oracle offers global career opportunities that support work-life balance. We provide competitive benefits, flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back through volunteer programs.