Vulnerability Researcher Remote Up to £135k Benefits

Vulnerability Researcher - Remote | Up to £135k + Benefits | UK, US, Australia, New Zealand

Our client is a deep-tech firm trusted by governments and defence organisations for the kind of work that doesn't make headlines. They specialise in solving the hardest problems in software and firmware security - from PAC, ASLR and CFI to encrypted firmware and beyond.

This isn't one for beginners or box-checkers. It's for engineers who enjoy making machines do what they weren't supposed to - and know the difference between understanding an exploit and building a reliable one.

Role Overview You'll join a close-knit, elite team working on advanced vulnerability research and exploit development across a range of complex targets, including mobile platforms, embedded systems, and non-trivial binaries. The role is fully remote and demands a high level of autonomy, skill, and commitment.

Core Responsibilities

• Reverse engineering software and firmware to uncover security flaws
• Developing and demonstrating proof-of-concept exploits
• Analysing binary targets using tools like IDA Pro, Binary Ninja, or Ghidra
• Engaging in fuzzing, fault injection, symbolic execution, and virtualisation techniques
• Writing clean, efficient code in C/C++ and Python
• Collaborating in agile, low-ego research teams

Required Experience

• Proven expertise in vulnerability research and exploit development
• Deep understanding of OS internals, memory models, and binary formats
• Experience with static, dynamic, and symbolic analysis tools and techniques
• Strong low-level programming and debugging skills
• Eligible for security clearance in the UK, US, Australia, or New Zealand
• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity or related field

Desirable

• Existing security clearance (Secret or above)
• Knowledge of anti-reversing techniques, implants, and advanced threat emulation
• Proficiency in multiple architectures (e.g. x86, ARM)
• Background in penetration testing or red team work

Package & Benefits

• Up to £135,000 base salary (or equivalent local currency)
• Health insurance, generous pension, bonus, and 25+ days holiday
• Fully remote - work from anywhere in your region
• High-impact projects and exceptional peer group
• Ongoing investment in training and personal development

No sponsorship available - candidates must have full and unrestricted right to work in their country of residence!

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