Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud solutions company seeks a Principal Vulnerability Engineer with extensive experience in platform security, particularly in Java. This role entails a mix of offensive and defensive security responsibilities, focusing on proactive research, assessments, and tooling while fostering an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible medical options

Life insurance

Retirement options

Community volunteer programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in platform security.
• Deep knowledge of the Java security model.
• Proficiency in Java and security tooling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive research on vulnerability signatures for Java.
• Create and maintain security tooling.
• Assist development teams with security code reviews.

Skills

Platform security

Java programming

C/C++ skills

Systems-level programming

Security incident resolution

Proactive research

Effective communication

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Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform, Liverpool

Client: Oracle

Location: Liverpool, 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 to join the security vulnerability team for the Java platform. The team conducts both red team (offensive) and blue team (defensive) duties. Responsibilities include proactive research, security tooling, assessments, and assisting development teams with security code review. The 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 ideal candidate is expected to work independently on assigned tasks, with proven experience in security incident resolution and proactive research using industry-standard tools. 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 leadership, self-starting ability, remote teamwork skills, and effective communication are essential.

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 reviews. Ability to code in Java and review implementation code for both Java and native source code is required.

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As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle leverages innovative technology to address current challenges. We have partnerships across various sectors and have thrived for over 40 years by operating with integrity.

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

Oracle offers global career opportunities with a focus on work-life balance. Our benefits include competitive, parity-based compensation, flexible medical, life insurance, retirement options, and community volunteer programs.