Detection Researcher (Coding Focused)
Core
Researching, developing, and maintaining advanced detection and analysis capabilities to counter complex tampering and evasion techniques in mobile security.
Role type
Senior IC detection researcher (mobile security)
Builds
Detection tools, algorithms, and internal automation for mobile threat defense
Domain
Mobile security / Reverse engineering / Malware analysis
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Reverse engineering (IDA Pro, Ghidra), C/C++/Python/Java programming, ELF/MachO file formats, code review, adversary emulation, penetration testing
Preferred skills
LLVM framework, code obfuscation/de-obfuscation techniques
Technologies
IDA Pro, Ghidra, LLVM, C, C++, Python, Java
Responsibilities
Research and analyze advanced detection bypass techniques (rooting, hooking, runtime tampering); Evaluate and reverse-engineer attack tools and frameworks; Lead brainstorming sessions for novel detection ideas; Design, prototype, and implement new detection techniques; Develop and improve internal tooling and automation; Conduct internal penetration testing and adversary emulation; Perform code reviews of detection-related contributions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC