Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform

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

Job summary

A leading company in cloud solutions seeks a Principal Vulnerability Engineer for their Java security platform. The role involves conducting thorough security assessments, maintaining security tooling, and fostering innovation within a dynamic team. Candidates must possess extensive experience in platform security and Java, demonstrating strong leadership and self-motivation skills for remote work.

Benefits

Flexible medical options

Life insurance

Retirement options

Volunteer programs

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive research on vulnerability signatures for the Java platform.
• Create and maintain security tooling, conduct security assessments, and assist in security code reviews.
• Review implementation code for both Java and native source code.

Skills

Leadership

Java

C/C++

Security Protocols

Communication

Self-motivation

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Principal Vulnerability Engineer – Java Security Platform, Wolverhampton

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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 reviews. 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 should work independently on assigned tasks, have 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-motivation, remote work capability, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include proactive research on new vulnerability signatures for the Java platform, creating and maintaining security tooling, conducting security assessments for new JDK features, 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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We believe that true innovation starts with empowering everyone to contribute. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all.

Oracle careers offer global opportunities with a focus on work-life balance. We provide competitive benefits, flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage our employees to give back through volunteer programs.