Associate Director, Software Engineering

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If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfil your potential.

Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories.

We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.

We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of an Associate Director, Software Engineering

In this role, you will

• Analyse Android/iOS mobile malware (static/dynamic), extract IOCs, and explain risks to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Guide on protection against mobile malware, cyber, and fraud attacks.

• Gather and monitor mobile threat intelligence; stay current on trends and zero-day threats.

• Lead resolution of complex security issues and act as primary IT Security contact for mobile.

• Educate teams on secure development and best practices.

• Collaborate with vendors, platform teams, and SMEs.

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

• Hands-on experience in mobile malware analysis and reverse engineering (Android/iOS), and related risk mitigation.

• Strong knowledge of iOS/Android security architectures and threat landscape.

• Ability to set up analysis environments and recreate attack scenarios.

• Proficiency in at least one relevant programming language (e.g., Swift, Kotlin, Objective-C, Java).

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience with DevOps/Agile and collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, JIRA)

Non-technical skills:

• Security certifications (e.g., OSCP, GIAC).

• Experience with AI-based attacks and mitigation.

• Degree in a relevant field (desirable).

You’ll achieve more when you join HSBC.

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Issued by – HSBC Software Development India