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Senior Graphics/JVM Software Engineer

Remote, Madrid·Added 1 month ago

JetBrains

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Overview

Job details

Fully remote
Per the ad.
A relocation package
Help with the move, per the ad.
Relocation help
Indicative — the ad doesn’t promise sponsorship.

Requirements

Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Have 4+ years of experience
Senior-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

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.
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.

Requirements

What we're looking for

4+ years of C or C++ programming experience.
Solid knowledge of Java and JVM internals
A deep understanding of OOP.
Multithreaded programming experience.
Familiarity with system or UI application development on Unix, Windows, or macOS (using Cocoa, GNOME, Win32 API, etc.).
In-depth knowledge of modern hardware-accelerated APIs, such as Metal, Vulkan, OpenGL, or D3D.
The ability to optimize and refactor code, both yours and that of others.
A responsible, independent, and disciplined approach to your work.
Good teamwork skills.

Nice to have

Know other programming languages, like Objective-C or Kotlin.
Are familiar with Cocoa, X11, and Wayland technologies.
Have deep knowledge of JVM architecture.

The role

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.

We're now looking for a Senior Graphics/JVM Software Engineer with in-depth knowledge of modern hardware-accelerated APIs to join the JetBrains Runtime (JBR) team. Based on the LTS versions of OpenJDK, JBR is the low-level part of the IntelliJ Platform, the foundation for many JetBrains development tools, including IntelliJ IDEA.

We work on improving IntelliJ-based IDEs by developing new features (such as the Java Chromium Embedded Framework), participating in OpenJDK projects (like Lanai and Wakefield), and fixing JBR issues, most of which are targeted for upstreaming to OpenJDK.

What you'll do

Help ensure our IDEs look slick and run fast by providing low-level support for UI frameworks like Swing and Compose for desktop.

Hiring process

4 steps3 interviewsa task to do

CV review
Recruiter call
With a recruiter
Skills, motivation and growth; bring a clear narrative of your last two or three roles.
Team interview
With an one to three team members and the hiring manager · Video call
Two-way conversation with a small live exercise: coding, a short case study or a code review.
Take-home task
In your own time
Assesses decision-making and code quality rather than volume.
Task review
With team members
Discuss decisions, trade-offs and how the solution evolved.
References
Offer

A substantial existing project can replace the take-home task.
The task review asks how you used AI tools.

About JetBrains

JetBrains is a global software development company known for creating intelligent, productivity-enhancing tools for software developers, including IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, ReSharper, and the Kotlin programming language. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic, the company has grown to over 2,000 employees worldwide, with a strong reputation in the developer tools industry. JetBrains is privately held and profitable, with a diverse portfolio that includes IDEs, domain-specific languages, and team collaboration tools like YouTrack and Space.

JetBrains has a significant presence in Spain, with a growing team of engineers, product managers, and designers working remotely or from hubs in Madrid and Barcelona. The company is known for its remote-friendly culture, with many roles open to candidates across Spain. For international professionals, JetBrains offers a collaborative, engineering-driven environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to work on widely-used tools that shape the software development landscape. The company values innovation and technical excellence, making it an attractive destination for top talent.

Industry: Developer Tools
Founded: 2000
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Prague, Czech Republic
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: jetbrains.com

Good to know if you are moving

JetBrains offers a flexible remote work policy, with many roles open to candidates across Spain, not just in major cities.
The company is known for its strong engineering culture and invests heavily in R&D, with a focus on AI and machine learning for developer tools.
JetBrains provides a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa support and assistance with moving to Spain.
The company has a flat organizational structure, encouraging collaboration and innovation across teams.
JetBrains is a profitable, privately held company, offering stability and long-term career growth.

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