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Software Engineer III, V8 Security

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

Description For Software Engineer III, V8 Security

Google is seeking a Software Engineer III to join their V8 Security team, focusing on the JavaScript and WebAssembly engine that powers Chrome. This role combines software engineering expertise with security specialization, working on Chrome's core components. V8's mission is to lead in real-world performance for modern applications, enabling developers to build a faster, more secure future web.

The position requires strong technical skills in security architecture, JavaScript, and WebAssembly, with opportunities to work on critical security challenges within the V8 engine. You'll be part of Google's broader mission to improve web browsing security across all major platforms - iOS, Android, Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chrome OS.

As a Software Engineer III in the V8 Security team, you'll contribute to both immediate security needs and long-term architectural improvements. The role involves collaborating with fuzzing teams, implementing security solutions, and ensuring Chrome's security procedures remain robust and current. This position offers the opportunity to impact billions of users' security while working with cutting-edge web technologies.

The ideal candidate will bring experience in JavaScript engine development, security architecture, and system-level programming. You'll be joining a team that values open-source development and is committed to improving web security at scale. This role offers the chance to work on complex security challenges while contributing to one of the world's most widely-used web browsers.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer III, V8 Security

  • Identify and address V8's unique security challenges, devising and implementing novel solutions
  • Contribute to long-term architectural projects to improve V8's security posture and its integration with Chrome's rendering engine Blink
  • Ensure that security-related procedures within Chrome are not only up-to-date and effective but also continuously improved
  • Efficiently handle bug fixes, triage security issues, and participate in the regular V8 workflow
  • Work closely with existing fuzzing teams to integrate fuzzing results, improve test cases, and ensure comprehensive vulnerability detection within V8

Requirements For Software Engineer III, V8 Security

JavaScript
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree
  • 2 years of experience with data structures or algorithms
  • 2 years of experience building software for data privacy or security

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