Software Engineer (Embedded Systems) Chinese/ English bilingual
📍 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland (Office-Based)
📊 Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level
Are you ready to shape the future of mobile security? Or innovative, award winning tech client is looking for a Software Engineer with a passion for embedded systems and mobile security.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology, researching how mobile apps interact with operating systems to enhance security solutions. If you’re fluent in Chinese and English and love tackling complex security challenges, this role is for you!
🔥 What You'll Be Doing:
✔️ Security-Driven Development – Enhance and extend mobile app security solutions using system-level insights.
✔️ Mobile OS Research – Dive into Android, iOS, and HarmonyOS Next to analyse system behaviours.
✔️ Reverse Engineering & Security Testing – Utilise white hat techniques, including penetration testing and reverse engineering, to identify and address threats.
✔️ Collaboration & Innovation – Work closely with the team in an office-based setting, contributing to design reviews and security improvements.
🛠 What You Bring:
✅ Bilingual Skills: Fluent in Chinese & English (to navigate technical documentation and collaborate globally).
✅ Programming Expertise: Strong experience in C/C++ for embedded systems, plus knowledge of TypeScript for HarmonyOS Next.
✅ Mobile OS Knowledge: Familiarity with Android, iOS, HarmonyOS Next, and Linux internals.
✅ Security & Debugging Tools: Experience with Frida, Xposed, Android Studio, Xcode, Magisk, Checkra1n, and other security analysis tools.
⭐ Bonus Points For:
🔹 Experience with mobile security frameworks (OWASP Mobile Top 10)
🔹 Hands-on debugging and performance profiling of mobile applications
🔹 Knowledge of cloud integration and mobile app interactions with cloud services
🎯 Why Join?
🚀 Work on ground-breaking security technology that protects mobile applications.
📍 Be part of a highly skilled in-office team in Edinburgh, fostering collaboration and rapid innovation.
📈 Gain exposure to cutting-edge mobile security research with opportunities for growth.
💰 Competitive salary + benefits.
If you’re a problem solver, a curious researcher, and passionate about mobile security, this is your chance to make a real impact!