Senior Security Engineer, Android Anti-Malware
GoogleSenior Security Engineer, Android Anti-Malware
GoogleLocation
Kirkland, WA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/15/2026
Compensation
$174,000 - $252,000 per year
Job description
The Senior Security Engineer for Android Anti-Malware at Google will focus on protecting users by investigating and solving malware problems. This role involves working closely with software engineers to identify and fix security vulnerabilities. The engineer will also collaborate with Android security teams to enhance malware detection and analysis at scale. The position is part of the Platforms and Devices team, which aims to create a safer operating environment for users and developers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with security assessments or security design reviews or threat modeling.
- 5 years of experience with security engineering, computer and network security and security protocols.
- 5 years of coding experience in one or more general purpose languages.
- 1 year of experience leading teams in a technical capacity or leading technical risk analysis in an enterprise environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform reverse engineering, analyze and detect malware at scale.
- Advocate security and secure practices throughout the Google Play and Android ecosystem.
- Conduct research to identify potential attack vectors against Android.
- Work with other team members to improve Android Security and Privacy's knowledge of malware and propose methods to detect and mitigate them.
Benefits
- Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Google Llc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
908
FY2026
Approval rate
98.4%
FY2026
LCA certified
4,273
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-14%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-51%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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