Breakpoint Research
Experienced Vulnerability Researcher
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Experienced Vulnerability Researcher
Senior Vulnerability Researcher – Offensive Cybersecurity
Breakpoint Research builds novel, mission-critical offensive cyber capabilities to strengthen and advance democracy. We’re hiring experienced vulnerability researchers to join our team alongside some of the best in the industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Vulnerability Research:
- Conduct research across mobile platforms (Android/iOS), operating systems, firmware, and embedded systems.
- Identify vulnerabilities with real-world mission impact.
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Reliable Exploit Development:
- Develop exploits that demonstrate mission-critical impact and%
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Low-Level Engineering:
- Solve the hardest technical problems facing our customers.
How We Work
VRED (Vulnerability Research & Exploit Development) is a demanding discipline. We thrive on:
- Relentless curiosity – staying ahead with new techniques and approximations.
- Ownership – embracing both failures and successes.
- Honesty, integrity, humility, and kindness – crucial traits in this collaborative environment.
- Deep collaboration – sharing knowledge, asking questions, and supporting peers.
We believe the best work comes from teamwork, trust, and continuous learning.
About You
We’re particularly interested in candidates who:
- Have taken research to deployable product or capability stages (though this is not mandatory).
- Work comfortably at kernel, firmware, or embedded system levels (ARM/AArch64, C/C++).
- Demonstrate reverse engineering expertise alongside skills in:
- Fuzzing
- Dynamic & static analysis
- Exploit primitive development
- Modern mitigation bypass
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Ideal Profile:
- Proud problem-solvers—prioritise quality and seek ways to improve individual and team outcomes.
- Team-oriented mindset—collaborative by nature, encourage and support peers.
(Most of our best work cannot be publicly disclosed, so a non-public vulnerability track record isn’t a disadvantage.)
We are also open to non-traditional backgrounds relevant to offensive R&D.
Nice to Have
- Experience leading technical projects or mentoring researchers.
- Depth in platforms critical to our work, including:
- Mobile (Android/iOS)
- Browsers
- Hypervisors
- Embedded RTOS
- Kernel internals
- Public research contributions (CVEs, conference talks).
Where You’ll Work
- Remote, globally—candidates from any country and background are welcome.
- Primary team language: English (must be fluent).
- We have a particular interest in UK-based candidates, though Developed Vetting eligibility is not mandatory.
What We Offer
Core
- Salaries benchmarked by local market (UK, US, Australia, or elsewhere). → Submit your market expectations—we’ll match them.
- 25 days annual leave + local public/federal/holidays (with encouragement to fully use it).
- Company-wide profit-sharing (bonus scheme).
- Unlimited conference & training budgets for relevant industry events.
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Wellbeing & Support
- Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling, mental health, and legal/financial advice for you and your family).
Perks
- Social & team-building events:
- Seasonal parties
- Technical workshops
- Annual offsite retreat to foster team connectivity.
Country-Specific Benefits
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UK Candidates:
- Leave increases by 1 day annually (max 28 days).
- 6% matched pension.
- Private medical insurance.
- 4x death-in-service benefit.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
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USA Candidates:
- Retirement (401(k) with 4% employer contribution).
- Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
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Australia Candidates:
- Minimum 12% Superannuation.
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Outside UK/US/Australia:
- Competitive packages tailored to local market norms.
Who We Are
A colourful, inclusive, and impact-driven team dedicated to defending democracy through offensive cybersecurity.
We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and committed to fostering an inclusive environment.
Next Steps
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