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Research Engineer, Android Security

Samsung Research America
Location
665 Clyde Avenue, Mountain View, CA, USA
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Enterprise and Security
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree; or 3+ years with a Master's degree; or a PhD; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • 5+ years of related experience
  • Experience in computer security as demonstrated by academic publications, industry experience in security, vulnerability disclosures, or tools developed to analyze computer programs
  • A holistic understanding of the Android software stack with technical knowledge in Android framework security, access controls, and internals
  • Understanding of latest threats facing smartphones such as advanced malware, ransomware, and spyware
  • Knowledge of cryptography, secure coding, and exploit mitigations
What the job really is

As a Research Engineer in Android Security at Samsung, you will be responsible for researching and designing new security features and analysis tools for Samsung's mobile products. Your role involves collaborating with product management, providing security guidance to development teams, and staying updated on the latest security trends and vulnerabilities in the mobile industry.

Benefits
  • Base pay range of $163,600 — $224,600 USD
  • Annual bonus eligibility
  • Generous benefits to help you live life well
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Role requires keeping up with rapidly changing security trends
  • Focus on collaboration with product management and global development teams may require strong communication skills
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