Role
Android Security Specialist with deep expertise in platform security, application hardening, and AOSP customization.
Experienced in securing Android frameworks, system services, and native layers with strong knowledge of SELinux policies, Secure Boot & Image signing, Binder IPC security and Android 16 platform changes. Involves working closely with platform engineers, OEM partners, and security teams to design, implement, validate and maintain robust Android security controls across system and application layers.
Passionate about building resilient mobile ecosystems and preventing exploitation at both app and OS levels.
Core Competency
Android Platform Security (AOSP)
Strong experience in AOSP internals
Application Security Architecture
SELinux Policy Development & Debugging
Secure Boot & Verified Boot
Certificate Pinning/Provisioning on Android devices
Android Keystore & Hardware-backed security
Binder IPC Security & Permission Enforcement
Static & Dynamic Security Testing
Secure OTA Updates
Android Framework Customization
Strong Working experience on Arm TrustZone & TEE
Android build system
Knowledge & Skills
Agile Methodology
Application Programming Interface (API)
C++ (Programming Language)
Computer Science
Debugging
Full Stack Development
Java (Programming Language)
Linux
Software Development
Software Engineering
Strong debugging skills at system and native levels
Ability to analyze low-level crashes and security logs
Proactive security mindset
Strong documentation and communication skills
Experience working in cross-functional teams
Education & Experience Recommended
- Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
- Typically has 7-10 years of work experience, preferably in systems engineering, computer programming language, or a related field.
Impact & Scope
- Impacts function and leads and/or provides expertise to functional project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives.
Complexity
- Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors
