Principal Threat Detection Research Engineer (Remote)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal Threat Detection Research Engineer in the United States.

This role provides the opportunity to lead advanced malware and threat research initiatives that directly influence enterprise security defenses. You will investigate emerging threats, reverse engineer malware and exploits, and contribute to automated analysis workflows that scale across large volumes of data. The position emphasizes innovation, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure actionable threat intelligence is delivered efficiently. Ideal candidates combine deep technical expertise with strong problem-solving skills, staying ahead of evolving threat landscapes. You will be empowered to shape detection strategies, prototype cutting-edge solutions, and provide critical insights that improve overall protection for global customers.

Accountabilities

• Analyze and validate malware threats using behavioral analysis, execution, and reverse engineering.
• Communicate technical threat details and mitigation strategies to engineering and response teams.
• Collaborate with team members to prioritize and implement automation opportunities to streamline threat analysis.
• Perform reverse engineering of malware and exploits to identify tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Contribute proof-of-concept automation and tooling to enhance detection workflows.
• Continuously research, integrate, and share new threat detection and analysis techniques.
• Provide actionable intelligence to strengthen enterprise defense capabilities.

• 8+ years’ experience in threat research, with a focus on malware analysis and cloud threat actor techniques.
• Strong background in reverse engineering, disassembly, and analysis of file-based threats and exploits.
• Experience with cloud platforms, including AWS, and understanding of IaaS, IaC, and cloud IAM threat vectors.
• Solid understanding of OS internals and behavior-based detection systems.
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK for threat behavior analysis.
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language, such as Python, C/C++, or Go.
• Experience producing and handing off proof-of-concept tools and automation to engineering teams.
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing priorities across teams.

• Remote-friendly and flexible work culture.
• Competitive salary and equity awards.
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.
• Paid vacation, holidays, parental, and adoption leave.
• Professional development opportunities for all employees.
• Employee networks, volunteer programs, and community engagement initiatives.
• Inclusive workplace culture fostering growth, collaboration, and innovation.
• Recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ organization.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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