Description:

Yinkoshield provides mobile app security solutions across sub-Saharan Africa, protecting millions of users across diverse device types.
The organization is impact-driven with ambitious growth plans in emerging markets.
The role involves writing and optimizing low-level code in ARM64 assembly, C/C++, and Python to secure Android applications from vulnerabilities such as memory corruption, race conditions, and buffer overflows.
Responsibilities include developing and implementing new detection techniques to identify and mitigate security threats on the device.
The engineer will analyze and refine Android codebases with a focus on native code integration, deep Android internals, and kernel-level interactions.
Debugging complex issues related to memory management and low-level system interactions is also a key responsibility.
The role requires utilizing reverse engineering tools like Ghidra, IDA Pro, or Frida to understand vulnerabilities and develop appropriate protections.
Collaboration with the cybersecurity team to design defense mechanisms that balance security and performance is essential.
Staying current with the latest security research and industry best practices to continuously improve the mobile shield is expected.

Requirements:

Proven knowledge of Android internals is required.
Proficiency in writing efficient code in ARM64 assembly, C/C++, and Python is necessary.
Experience with Android NDK, JNI, and native code optimization techniques is essential.
A demonstrated ability to improve performance on devices with limited processing power and memory is required.
Experience with reverse engineering tools and applying findings to security improvements is necessary.
A track record of developing solutions that work across diverse Android device specifications is essential.
The candidate must have the ability to take ownership of projects from concept through implementation.
Solid communication skills and the ability to work in a distributed team environment are required.
Fluency in English (both verbal and written) is necessary.

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your expertise and contributions.
There is a fully remote work option with flexible work hours.
The opportunity to work on security challenges impacting millions of users across a wide range of Android devices is provided.
Employees will work with a research-driven team at the forefront of mobile security technology in a dynamic and innovative environment.
Significant opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in a collaborative setting are available.
Access to groundbreaking security research, where your work contributes to solving some of the most critical security issues in mobile technology, is included.
There is room for professional growth and career development in a company that values continuous learning and innovation.
A supportive work environment focused on collaboration, innovation, and pushing the boundaries of mobile security is offered.