Web Researcher
Bureau
Bureau is an all-in-one platform for identity decisioning, fraud prevention and compliance requirements. Trusted for enhancing security and compliance, Bureau simplifies identity management for businesses. This is a place where we celebrate homegrown leaders, and have an open-door policy where your voice matters, your ideas flourish, and your potential knows no bounds. We are driven to put our best foot forward everyday with confidence, growth, customer obsession and speed as our core values here at Bureau. Think of us as a launching pad for your growth.
Come join us and help restore trust in online interactions!
We're looking for a Web Security Researcher to take our behavioural and browser intelligence product to the next level. This role is ideal for a browser research driven engineer who understands browsers and the web ecosystem inside out. You are constantly obsessing on making the most of page performance, tweaking the DOM, testing out beta features on MDN docs and are excited in finding hidden cache storage and so on.
The research mandate will be the key mission of this role. On a daily basis, we want someone to translate cutting edge changes from academia to production readiness and use it to land customer impact.
What You'll Do
Research on different elements of browser persistence enhancement
Reverse-engineer plugins, extensions and other websites to move faster
Break encryption and rebuild it, do this over multiple times
Suggest production ready actionables to the web team to make direct changes on the web SDK
What You Bring
Proven ability to design and conduct complex security research projects
Deep understanding of web browsers, web automation, and client-side evasion techniques
Hands-on experience with JavaScript/TypeScript
Strong reverse engineering skills
Solid grasp of internet security and privacy mechanisms
Ability to thrive in ambiguity and drive projects independently
Excellent written and verbal communication in English
Bonus Points For
Running reverse engineering tools like burrp suite, wireshark
Prior experience with working on privacy extensions
Prior experience in OS, TLS, TCP, HTTP fingerprinting
Why should you choose us?
Your growth is our responsibility.
We emphasise on learning and development over material perks and are happier to nourish your mind. If there's a book, course, or program that enhances your work at Bureau, feel free to pursue it—we'll take care of the financial aspect.
We believe in flat structures
While we do have designations and reporting managers, our structure fosters a lot more freedom. You can collaborate with anyone, explore job rotations, transition between different projects, and express your opinions openly to whomever you choose.
Homegrown Leaders
Our nurturing environment and specialized programs, like ElevateEngg, have led to success stories where even interns grow into impactful leadership roles over time.
FAQs:
What is our hiring process like?
We start with a friendly chat to get to know each other and align goals. Then, we’ll have 2-3 discussions where we’ll dive into real-world examples to explore your skills. Finally, we’ll make sure you’re a great fit with our culture and values.How can I improve my chances of getting hired?
Get to know Bureau’s mission and what we’re all about. Understand the role, and think about how your past work connects with it. Keep your resume simple, clear, and to the point (2 pages or less) to highlight your skills and experience.What is Bureau’s approach to diversity and inclusion?
We believe in a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone’s voice matters. We focus on diverse referrals, inclusive hiring, and offer special leaves to support our team. Our goal is for everyone to feel valued and empowered to grow with us.What learning and growth opportunities can I expect at Bureau?
At Bureau, we’re all about growth. You’ll have access to learning resources, mentorship, and exciting projects that help you level up in your career. We’re committed to helping you grow and encourage continuous learning along the way.