Java Developer
Summary
Develops and maintains Java-based security patches for legacy Linux systems, analyzing CVEs and backporting fixes to ensure enterprise compatibility.
About the Company
TuxCare is a subsidiary of CloudLinux. It offers a portfolio of security solutions for Linux and open-source software aimed at enterprise organizations. One of TuxCare's key products is Endless Lifecycle Support (ELS), which enables organizations to securely continue using Linux distributions and software languages that have reached end of life.
Responsibilities
- Analyze publicly disclosed vulnerabilities (CVEs) affecting Java open-source libraries and frameworks
- Investigate and identify safe and compatible versions of third-party dependencies
- Backport security patches from newer releases to older versions
- Fix or mitigate vulnerabilities where no upstream patch exists
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
- Collaborate with other engineers and security specialists to deliver high-quality, production-ready updates
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in software development
- In-depth knowledge of Java Core
- Experience with dependency management tools (Maven, Gradle, Ant)
- Experience with Git, Jenkins/Gitlab for CI/CD
- Experience with legacy systems and maintaining backward compatibility
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with repository management systems such as Nexus
- Experience with Python