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Posted 23 June, 2026

Principal Java Engineer - JVM

StackandCo
Dublin,Dublin,Ireland,2 Full Time
Reference: 474_472201_311383000039350037

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Are you the kind of Senior Java Engineer who is an expert in the JVM and loves solving problems deep inside the runtime?
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We're looking for a seasoned technical heavyweight<\/b> - a true master of the Java ecosystem - who lives and breathes bytecode, understands the guts of the JDK, and thrives on solving deep, complex problems in live systems. This is not your average Java dev role<\/b> - this is a chance to get hands\-on with the runtime itself and shape the architecture of high\-impact cybersecurity products used across global enterprises.
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What You'll Be Doing:
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  • Building and evolving bleeding\-edge Java Agent technology used in modern runtime application security<\/b>.
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  • Designing algorithms that dynamically transform running code to detect and neutralise threats in real\-time.
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  • Working in the guts of the JVM<\/b> - manipulating bytecode, exploring obscure APIs, and optimising performance under extreme conditions.
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  • Collaborating with elite engineers in a tight\-knit R&D team<\/b> where every line of code counts.
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  • Contributing to product innovation and setting best practices across engineering, security, and DevOps.
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    Requirements<\/h3>

    What You Bring:
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    • 10+ years<\/b> of serious Java engineering experience - including JVM internals, JIT, garbage collection, and low\-level optimisations.
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    • Expert in low\-level Java, Java Virtual Machine<\/p><\/li>\n

    • Mastery of Java bytecode and classloading - you've probably written your own agents, class transformers, or custom instrumentation tools.
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    • Passion for secure software<\/b> development and an instinct for rooting out vulnerabilities before they happen.
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    • Hands\-on experience with complex debugging, performance tuning, and real\-world system architecture.
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    • Confident communicator who thrives in a collaborative, intellectually curious environment.
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      Nice\-To\-Haves:
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      • Familiarity with Groovy, Kotlin, Python, or TypeScript.
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      • Background in building developer tools or security products.
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      • Experience in mentoring or leading technical teams (or ambition to grow in that direction).
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        Benefits<\/h3>If you are a strong very Senior Java Engineer up to Principal Engineer level or close it and you have the required Low\-Level Java, JVM expertise, then please send your CV to Gerry Nolan at Stack and Co today via [email protected]<\/a>

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