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Senior Software Engineer, V8 Security

Google develops next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another.
Security
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
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Description For Senior Software Engineer, V8 Security

Google is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their V8 Security team, focusing on Chrome's JavaScript engine security. This role is critical to Google's browser security initiatives, combining software engineering expertise with security-focused development. The position involves working on Chrome, which is available across all major platforms and built as an open source project to benefit the entire web ecosystem.

The role requires deep technical expertise in software development, with a specific focus on security and testing through fuzzing. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining V8 fuzzers, improving fuzzing efficiency through better metrics, and detecting V8 invariant violations. This position offers the opportunity to work on technology that impacts billions of users while ensuring their safety and security.

As part of Google's engineering team, you'll collaborate with peers and stakeholders to make technical decisions, write and test code, and contribute to the overall security of the V8 JavaScript engine. The role combines hands-on coding with technical leadership opportunities, requiring both technical depth and the ability to guide technical discussions.

Google offers a collaborative environment where engineers can work on cutting-edge technology while maintaining a strong focus on user security. The company provides comprehensive benefits and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about browser security, has strong programming skills, and wants to make a significant impact on web security at a global scale.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer, V8 Security

  • Write and test product or system development code
  • Guide design reviews with peers and stakeholders to select among available technologies
  • Develop and maintain the V8 fuzzers
  • Work new ways of guiding fuzzers through better metrics and better detection of V8 invariant violations
  • Help triage bugs found through the various fuzzers

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer, V8 Security

Python
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 5 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, and with data structures/algorithms
  • 3 years of experience in testing, maintaining, or launching software products
  • 1 year of experience with software design and architecture
  • Experience with one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, Swift)