Senior Software Engineer (Live Debugger for the JVM)

At JetBrains, code is our passion. Ever since we started, back in 2000, we have strived to make the strongest, most effective developer tools on earth. By automating routine checks and corrections, our tools speed up production, freeing developers to grow, discover, and create.

One of the projects we’re working on within the JetBrains Innovation Hub is the Live Debugger, a product for safe, AI-first debugging of production systems. It will help engineering teams investigate issues in real environments with a strong focus on safety, reliability, security, low overhead, and practical AI integration. That means it’s a mix of JVM tooling, program analysis, and AI at the core. Check out our demo to get a better sense of how it works.

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong enterprise JVM experience. This role is a good fit for someone proactive and excited by complex engineering challenges at the intersection of production systems, developer tools, and AI agents.

In this role, you will:

• Design, build, and lead the development of product features.
• Develop tooling and automation for AI-first engineering workflows.
• Work on enterprise integrations and deployment scenarios across Kubernetes and cloud environments.
• Improve reliability, testing, performance, and security for production use.

We’d like to have you on the team if you:

• Have extensive experience with Java, Kotlin, and JVM systems.
• Have worked on enterprise backend software, infrastructure, or developer tooling.
• Are comfortable with Kubernetes and cloud environments.
• Take ownership, communicate clearly, and move things forward without waiting for perfect specs.
• Enjoy using AI in development, while validating results with solid engineering discipline.

We’ll be especially thrilled if you:

• Have experience with debugging, instrumentation, or observability-related tools.
• Have experience with .NET or Python backend products.
• Care deeply about developer productivity and engineering quality.

Why join JetBrains? 

• Strong base salary. We offer competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience.
• Flexible work location. Enjoy the freedom to work from home or from the office.
• Remote work. Spend up to 30 days per year working remotely from abroad.
• Extra time off. More days to relax, recharge, and do the things you love.
• Medical insurance allowance. Enjoy peace of mind for you and your family
• Learning and development opportunities. Access to conferences, courses, and language classes.
• Relocation support. We help make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. (keep if relevant for the role)
• Language classes. Pick up the local language or sharpen your English skills.
• Fuel your day. Enjoy a hot meal or receive a lunch allowance on workdays.
• Mental health support. To help you feel your best, we provide easy access to professional mental health services.
• Sports benefit. Enjoy an on-site gym or sports club stipend.
• Internal events. Join company-wide celebrations and team gatherings.

*Some benefits may vary depending on location.

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