Senior Lead Engineer - Android OS System Security

Qualcomm; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Hyderabad is looking for a Software Engineer with extensive experience in security mitigation features. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in AOSP, SE Linux, and Linux Kernel Internals, along with C/C++ programming. Responsibilities include developing features for security at both kernel and user spaces while collaborating with technical teams on design reviews. This role demands a Bachelor's degree and a commitment to delivering secure solutions. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience with a Master's degree.
• 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience with a PhD.
• 2+ years of academic or work experience with C, C++, Java, Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop Security Mitigation features at kernel and user space.
• Work with Tech teams to understand the security design reviews.
• Independently drive features and issues.

Skills

AOSP (Android OS) Experience

SE Linux in AOSP

Linux Kernel Internals Experience

C/C++ Embedded programming Experience

Linux kernel programming

Android development experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Fuzzing tools like Syzkaller

Python

Bash

Job description

Company

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary

Enable security Mitigation features and develop tools to detect vulnerabilities.

Experience: 6+ Years

Mandatory Expertise

• AOSP (Android OS) Experience
  • Familiarity with the Android software stack (HAL, Framework, Treble) and Android Security Bulletins (ASB)
• SE Linux in AOSP
• Linux Kernel Internals Experience
• C/C++ Embedded programming Experience
• Linux kernel programming, Android development experience

Good To Have

• Knowledge of ARMv8/ARMv9 security extensions (e.g., PAN - Privileged Access Never, PAC - Pointer Authentication Codes, BTI - Branch Target Identification)
• Fuzzing tools like Syzkaller, Trinity, or AFL to identify vulnerabilities in kernel drivers.
• Proficiency in Python or Bash for developing automation tools
• Arm or Intel Architecture knowledge required

Preferred Skills

• Java programming language
• Linux Security knowledge
• SElinux
• Fuzzing tools knowledge
• Openwrt platform knowledge
• Device Driver knowledge

Responsibilities

Develop Security Mitigation features at kernel and user space. Work with Tech teams to understand the security design reviews and help to provide alternative design solutions.

Independently drive features and issues.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.

2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

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