Amazon

Mobile Security Engineer, Application Security

Amazon$159K — $202K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
  • 3+ years in penetration testing or similar offensive security role
  • 3+ years in client-side application security, including reverse engineering
  • 3+ years in security engineering practices like web app security and cryptography
  • 3+ years in dynamic and manual code auditing
  • 3+ years with programming languages (e.g. Python, Java, C/C++)
  • Experience with threat modeling and binary analysis tools

Responsibilities

  • Conduct high quality application penetration tests independently or as part of a team
  • Create detailed engagement plans and document findings and remediation recommendations
  • Contribute to team tooling, innovation, and improvements
  • Communicate and collaborate with partner teams and leadership to influence security resolutions

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and parental leave
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Support for adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
Full Job Description
Application deadline: Aug 25, 2026

Amazon's Stores Application Security Team is seeking a Mobile Security Engineer to help keep Amazon secure for its customers. In this role, you will attack Amazon's services, mobile applications to discover security issues and report them to our internal technology teams. This position will provide you with challenging opportunities, both technologically and as a leader, but will also be a great deal of fun if hacking Amazon alongside a team of highly skilled individuals sounds exciting to you.

Key job responsibilities

* Conducting high quality application penetration tests independently, or as part of a team

* Creating detailed engagement plans and thoroughly documenting findings, gaps, and remediation recommendations

* Contributing to team tooling, innovation, and improvements

* Communicating and collaborating with partner teams, service owners, Information Security, and senior leadership to influence, prioritize, and drive the resolution of discovered security findings

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent

- 3+ years of experience in a penetration testing or similar offensive security role

- 3+ years of experience in client-side application security, including reverse engineering and security assessments

- 3+ years of professional experience with security engineering practices, including: web application security, authentication and authorization protocols, cryptography, automation, and other software security disciplines

- 3+ years of experience with dynamic and manual code auditing to identify security issues

- 3+ years of experience with interpreted or compiled languages (e.g. Python, Ruby, C/C++, Java, .NET)

- Experience with threat modeling, design review, or other threat analysis techniques

- Proficiency with binary analysis tools (e.g. Ghidra, IDA Pro, Radare2, Hopper, Jadx)

- Experience with client-side application instrumentation and dynamic testing (e.g. Frida, Objection, LLDB, Burp Suite)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Knowledge of cloud services such as AWS or equivalent

- Experience with design, implementation, support, and evaluation of security-focused tools and services

- Experience with mobile application penetration testing

- Familiarity with threat models for client-side applications on consumer devices and the vulnerability classes specific to their platforms and communication protocols

- Experience mentoring developers on secure coding practices and vulnerability mitigations

- Experience in CTF competitions, CVE research, and/or Bug Bounty recognition

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

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Amazon Careers

Joining Amazon presents an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a vibrant team pushing the boundaries of innovation and growth in the global marketplace. As a leader in e-commerce, technology, and logistics, Amazon offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At Amazon, every day is an opportunity to collaborate with the brightest minds in technology and business to redefine what’s possible. Whether you’re interested in software development, marketing, human resources, or customer service, Amazon has a position waiting for you. Transform the way the world shops and innovates with our diverse and inclusive team. Amazon is not just a company; it’s a community where you can drive real change and contribute to projects impacting millions globally. Lead with Innovation and Leadership Amazon is the perfect place to enhance your leadership and innovation skills. Our culture encourages pushing the envelope and imagining the unimaginable. Here, you will lead projects that challenge the status quo and define new industry standards. Work with a team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment. Our leadership is focused on harnessing the collective power of unique perspectives to foster growth and innovation. Explore Amazon’s Employment Benefits Amazon’s commitment to its employees extends beyond just career growth. We offer competitive benefits, including health care, parental leave, and diversity training, ensuring that our team not only excels professionally but also enjoys well-being and security. Internship and Networking Opportunities Start your career with an Amazon internship and gain hands-on experience that matters. Our internships provide a gateway to full-time employment and an opportunity to network with professionals across various sectors of the company. Future-Proof Your Career With Amazon, your career path is filled with numerous opportunities for advancement. Our learning and development programs are designed to nurture your professional growth and keep you at the forefront of industry trends. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities at Amazon that match your skills and interests. We are constantly on the lookout for passionate, curious, and innovative team players ready to make a difference. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at Amazon. Amazon is more than just a company—it’s a platform for building a promising future. Whether you’re starting or looking to advance your career, Amazon offers the resources, support, and network you need to succeed. Join us, and be a part of our continuing mission to be Earth's most customer-centric company.
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