Are you driven by the challenge of building high‑performance, scalable, and reliable systems software? Join our team of expert engineers developing the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) — the engine behind millions of applications across cloud, enterprise, and AI workloads. Built with the OpenJDK class libraries and the Eclipse OpenJ9 JVM ( ), IBM Semeru Runtimes ( ) deliver high quality, strong security, and top performance to run Java applications on‑prem or in the cloud.

Rigorously engineered and tested to run on operating systems like Windows, macOS, and Linux and server platforms such as Arm, X86, IBM POWER and Z systems, IBM Semeru Runtimes are built by a globally diverse team and used by hundreds of IBM software products and tens of thousands of customers, powering businesses from startups to giant corporations in virtually every industry. Tackle deep technical challenges that push the boundaries of performance and scalability. Enjoy adaptable work arrangements, competitive compensation, and opportunities for career growth.

Influence the future of Java in cloud‑native, AI, and enterprise environments. Depending on your interests and expertise, you may work on one or more core components of the JVM: the Virtual Machine Core, Garbage Collection, and Just‑In‑Time (JIT) Compilation.



Develop advanced JIT compiler optimizations to improve execution speed and startup performance.

Analyze and tune performance across a wide range of workloads using profiling and telemetry tools. Contribute to open‑source projects such as Eclipse OpenJ9 and OpenJDK.

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. 2‑4 years experience demonstrating strong proficiency in C or C++, with systems‑level development experience. Solid understanding of operating system fundamentals (memory, threading, synchronization). Excellent problem‑solving skills and a passion for deep technical challenges.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

Virtual machine architecture and runtime services.

Garbage

Collection algorithms and memory management. Compiler theory and JIT optimization techniques. Familiarity with Java internals, JVM architecture, and performance tuning. Contributions to OpenJDK, Eclipse OpenJ9, or similar open source projects are a strong asset. Mid‑Senior level. Full‑time. Engineering and Information Technology.

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