Detection Researcher, Coding Focused

Zimperium

Detection Researcher at Zimperium, leading development of detection capabilities against advanced mobile threats. Involves research, collaboration, and high programming standards across the team.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇪🇸 SpainMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and analyze advanced detection bypass techniques (e.g., rooting, hooking, and runtime application/system tampering) to assess threats to our detection systems.
Evaluate and reverse-engineer tools and frameworks used to attack or evade our products, documenting findings and attack vectors.
Lead and participate in structured brainstorming sessions to generate novel detection ideas and countermeasures.
Help design, prototype, and implement new detection techniques and algorithms for different operating systems.
Help develop, maintain, and improve internal tooling and automation to accelerate analysis, triage, and detection development.
Perform and contribute to internal penetration testing and adversary emulation of newly introduced security features to validate effectiveness.
Conduct thorough code reviews and technical reviews of detection-related contributions to ensure quality, maintainability, and correctness.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment, including forming and leading focused sub-groups to deliver specific project features or research objectives.
Proficiency in reverse engineering using tools such as IDA Pro, Ghidra, or equivalent, including experience writing scripts, leveraging their SDKs, and isolating and reporting technical issues.
Solid programming experience in C, C++, Python and Java, with the ability to produce efficient, maintainable, and secure code.
Good knowledge of the ELF and MachO file formats and a general good understanding on how to consult the official documentation.
Familiarity with the LLVM framework is considered a plus.
Knowledge of code obfuscation and de-obfuscation techniques, along with awareness of community tools and methodologies in this area, is a valuable asset.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Zimperium is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Reverse EngineeringProgramming in CProgramming in C++Programming in PythonProgramming in JavaCode Obfuscation TechniquesCode De-obfuscation TechniquesDetection Technique DevelopmentTechnical ReviewPenetration Testing

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationLeadership