Software Engineer (Embedded Systems)

Head Resourcing Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech client is seeking a passionate Software Engineer to work on embedded systems and mobile security. This exciting role involves enhancing mobile app security solutions, conducting research on mobile operating systems, and utilizing white hat techniques to tackle security challenges. Join a talented team in Edinburgh and contribute to groundbreaking technology that protects mobile applications. If you are bilingual in Chinese and English and have a strong programming background, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of mobile security.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Exposure to cutting-edge mobile security research

Collaboration with a skilled team

Qualifications

• Fluent in Chinese and English to navigate technical documentation.
• Strong experience in C/C++ for embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Enhance mobile app security solutions using system-level insights.
• Analyze system behaviors of Android, iOS, and HarmonyOS Next.

Skills

C/C++ Programming

Bilingual (Chinese & English)

Mobile OS Knowledge

Security Testing

Reverse Engineering

Tools

Frida

Xposed

Android Studio

Xcode

Magisk

Checkra1n

Job description

Software Engineer (Embedded Systems) Chinese/ English bilingual
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland (Office-Based)
Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level (1-3 years)

Are you ready to shape the future of mobile security? Our innovative, award-winning tech client is looking for a Software Engineer with a passion for embedded systems and mobile security.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, researching how mobile apps interact with operating systems to enhance security solutions. If you're fluent in Chinese and English and love tackling complex security challenges, this role is for you!
What You'll Be Doing:

1. Security-Driven Development - Enhance and extend mobile app security solutions using system-level insights.
2. Mobile OS Research - Dive into Android, iOS, and HarmonyOS Next to analyze system behaviours.
3. Reverse Engineering & Security Testing - Utilize white hat techniques, including penetration testing and reverse engineering, to identify and address threats.
4. Collaboration & Innovation - Work closely with the team in an office-based setting, contributing to design reviews and security improvements.

What You Bring:

1. Bilingual Skills: Fluent in Chinese & English (to navigate technical documentation and collaborate globally).
2. Programming Expertise: Strong experience in C/C++ for embedded systems, plus knowledge of TypeScript for HarmonyOS Next.
3. Mobile OS Knowledge: Familiarity with Android, iOS, HarmonyOS Next, and Linux internals.
4. Security & Debugging Tools: Experience with Frida, Xposed, Android Studio, Xcode, Magisk, Checkra1n, and other security analysis tools.

Bonus Points For:

1. Experience with mobile security frameworks (OWASP Mobile Top 10)
2. Hands-on debugging and performance profiling of mobile applications
3. Knowledge of cloud integration and mobile app interactions with cloud services

Why Join?

1. Work on groundbreaking security technology that protects mobile applications.
2. Be part of a highly skilled in-office team in Edinburgh, fostering collaboration and rapid innovation.
3. Gain exposure to cutting-edge mobile security research with opportunities for growth.
4. Competitive salary + benefits.

If you're a problem solver, a curious researcher, and passionate about mobile security, this is your chance to make a real impact!