Detection Researcher (Coding Focused)

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ZimperiumMobile Security
Spain (Remote) / Argentina (Remote) / Netherlands (Remote) / Riga, Latvia / Romania (Remote) / United Kingdom (Remote)Full-Time
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Required Skills
PythonJavaC++

Requirements

  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment, including forming and leading focused sub-groups to deliver specific project features or research objectives.
  • Proficiency in reverse engineering using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or equivalent.
  • Experience writing scripts and leveraging SDKs for reverse engineering tools.
  • Solid programming experience in C, C++, Python and Java.
  • Ability to produce efficient, maintainable, and secure code.
  • Good knowledge of the ELF and MachO file formats.
  • General good understanding on how to consult the official documentation.
  • Familiarity with the LLVM framework (plus).
  • Knowledge of code obfuscation and de-obfuscation techniques (plus).

Responsibilities

  • Research and analyze advanced detection bypass techniques (e.g., rooting, hooking, and runtime application/system tampering) to assess threats to our detection systems.
  • Evaluate and reverse-engineer tools and frameworks used to attack or evade our products, documenting findings and attack vectors.
  • Lead and participate in structured brainstorming sessions to generate novel detection ideas and countermeasures.
  • Help design, prototype, and implement new detection techniques and algorithms for different operating systems.
  • Help develop, maintain, and improve internal tooling and automation to accelerate analysis, triage, and detection development.
  • Perform and contribute to internal penetration testing and adversary emulation of newly introduced security features to validate effectiveness.
  • Conduct thorough code reviews and technical reviews of detection-related contributions to ensure quality, maintainability, and correctness.
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