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Android Reverse Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

Android Reverse Engineer Location: This is a Hybrid position in Austin, TX, Bothell, WA and San Jose, CA . You must reside in one of these (3) three cities. Duration: 12 month This position is for an ...

NSS

Android Malware Reverse Engineer

Bothell, WA

NSS is currently hiring for an Android Malware Reverse Engineer to support a well known client. This individual is required to be onsite 3 days a week with 2 days remote, in their respective ...

NSS

Android Malware Reverse Engineer

Bothell, WA · On-site

NSS is currently hiring for an Android Malware Reverse Engineer to support a well known client. This individual is required to be onsite 3 days a week with 2 days remote, in their respective ...

NSS

Android Malware Reverse Engineer

Austin, TX

NSS is currently hiring for an Android Malware Reverse Engineer to support a well known client. This individual is required to be onsite 3 days a week with 2 days remote, in their respective ...

NSS

Android Malware Reverse Engineer

Austin, TX

NSS is currently hiring for an Android Malware Reverse Engineer to support a well known client. This individual is required to be onsite 3 days a week with 2 days remote, in their respective ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATIONChantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARYWe are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Honolulu, HI · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATIONHonolulu, HI 96815 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARYWe are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Honolulu, HI · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATION Honolulu, HI 96815 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Aurora, CO · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATION Aurora, CO 80014 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATIONReston, VA 20190 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARYWe are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Aurora, CO · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATIONAurora, CO 80014 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARYWe are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Tysons, VA · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATIONTysons, VA 22182 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARYWe are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Tysons, VA · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATION Tysons, VA 22182 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATION Chantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

Cymertek

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

Android Mobile Reverse Engineer LOCATION Reston, VA 20190 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled Android Mobile ...

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To thrive as an Android Reverse Engineer, you should possess a deep understanding of Android operating system internals, proficiency in programming languages like Java and C/C++, and hands-on experience with reverse engineering concepts and tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Apktool. Familiarity with ARM architecture, Android emulators, and security certifications like OSCP or GIAC GREM are common requirements in the field. Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving abilities help engineers tackle complex tasks and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders. These combined skills are essential for identifying vulnerabilities, securing applications, and ensuring compliance with security standards.

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Android Reverse Engineer

Android Reverse Engineer

MM International

Austin, TX • On-site

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Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Role: Android Reverse Engineer

Location: This is a Hybrid position in Austin, TX, Bothell, WA and San Jose, CA. You must reside in one of these (3) three cities.

Duration: 12 month

This position is for an Android Malware Reverse Engineer on a threat research team. The primary goal is to conduct detailed static and dynamic analysis on malicious Android applications and SDKs to understand their behavior, classify them into malware families, and develop scalable detection signatures (e.g., Yara) to protect users.

Required Skills

  • 3+ years in Android Reverse Engineering (RE) and analysis of malicious applications or SDKs.
  • Hands-on experience with RE tools: Jadx, Ghidra, Frida, IDA Pro, Burp.
  • Strong proficiency in Static and Dynamic Analysis Techniques.
  • Knowledge of mobile software languages: Java, Kotlin, JavaScript, Flutter.
  • Experience with ELF (Native Binaries) reverse engineering.
  • Strong understanding of Android Fundamentals, activity lifecycles, AOSP, and API usage.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and analyze source code.
  • Experience with Query languages (SQL).

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Vulnerability Analysis or security code review.
  • Android Software Development Experience.
  • Familiarity with Google Ads or Content Moderation.
  • Participation in a Capture the Flag (CTF) for Mobile software.
  • Pentesting, Blue Team, and/or Red Team experience.