Reverse Engineer Software Developer

Reverse Engineer Software Developer Location: Ft Meade, Maryland Number of openings:  1 Experience: 9+ years & BS degree Salary: $250,000-300,000 These salaries include company 401k contributions (salary + company 401k) Clearance: TS/SCI CI Poly Benefits: Don't have them yet - will get them Start Date: likely 40-60 day process (including clearance transfer) Job Description: We're looking for a Software Engineer III to join our elite team. In this role, you'll apply your deep technical expertise to analyze, reverse-engineer, and develop mission-critical capabilities that directly support national security objectives. You will be a key player in a fast-paced environment, tackling unique challenges at the intersection of hardware, software, and embedded systems. Key Responsibilities: Reverse Engineer complex hardware and software systems to understand their inner workings and identify potential vulnerabilities. Conduct rigorous code reviews to ensure the quality, security, and performance of all developed software. Leverage deep expertise in Linux to build, manage, and troubleshoot custom development and analysis environments. Develop custom software tools and applications using Python, C, and Assembly, with a strong focus on embedded and resource-constrained systems. Perform in-depth vulnerability research to discover and analyze weaknesses in a variety of targets. Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers to design and implement innovative solutions to challenging technical problems. Required Skills: Programming Proficiency and development of applications Strong scripting skills particularly in Python, C, Assembly Experience in embedded systems Proven expertise in Advanced Binary Analysis & Reverse Engineering using tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro, and Binary Ninja Demonstrated experience in Vulnerability Research (VR) & Exploit Development Linux - Deep expertise in managing, configuring, and troubleshooting; ability to trouble shoot and bypass complex security constraints Extensive experience working with embedded architectures (e.g., ARM, MIPS, PowerPC) and RTOS environments. Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Assembly, with a deep understanding of operating system internals BS + 9 years experience, though exceptions can be made for qualified candidates. Desired Skills: Knowledge of IOT devices Networking Skills Experience in Virtualization Linux Kernel development; Socket integrating security tools into the CI/CD pipeline