Expert/Senior Android Vulnerability Researcher, #40898, #40897

Eleks; Canada; Remote; CAD 139,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity firm is seeking an Expert/Senior Android Vulnerability Researcher to discover vulnerabilities in Android-based systems. You will analyze vendor customizations and develop exploits while mentoring junior researchers. The role requires 5+ years in Android security and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

14 paid days off

8 paid sick leaves

Medical insurance (including dental and vision)

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Android or embedded systems security.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
• Hands-on experience with browser fuzzing and mobile application vulnerability discovery.

Responsibilities

• Discover kernel and system-level vulnerabilities in Android-based operating systems.
• Analyze vendor customizations and develop root/privilege escalation exploits.
• Mentor junior vulnerability researchers.

Skills

Android or embedded systems security

Android kernel internals

Java

Kotlin

C/C++

ARM assembly

Strong communication skills

Tools

Frida

Ghidra

QEMU

Job description

Overview

ELEKS is looking for an Expert/Senior Android Vulnerability Researcher in McLean, Virginia, USA.

About client

The project focuses on enhancing national and commercial resilience against mobile threats in the field of cybersecurity. A team of top experts works together to solve the most difficult problems in modern technology.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
• 5+ years of experience in Android or embedded systems security
• Deep knowledge of Android kernel internals, Binder IPC, TEE/TrustZone, and SELinux
• Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, C/C++, and ARM assembly
• Hands-on experience with browser fuzzing and mobile application vulnerability discovery
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Self-motivated, technically curious, and results-driven

Responsibilities

• Discover kernel and system-level vulnerabilities in Android-based operating systems
• Analyze vendor customizations, identify weaknesses in OEM forks, and develop root/privilege escalation exploits
• Create custom fuzzers and tooling for Android IPC (e.g., Binder, HIDL, AIDL)
• Conduct reverse engineering using tools like Frida, Ghidra, and QEMU
• Lead technical engagements with partners and present findings both internally and externally
• Mentor junior vulnerability researchers and provide technical guidance across the team
• Contribute to red team exercises and adversarial simulation projects

What you will get with ELEKS

• 14 paid days off
• 8 paid sick leaves
• Paid federal US holidays
• Nonpaid leaves
• Medical insurance (including dental and vision)
• Close cooperation with a customer
• Challenging tasks
• Competence development
• 401(k) plan