Senior Reverse Engineer​/Application Developer

Senior Reverse Engineer / Application Developer

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Work Type: On-site
Salary: $267,000-$279,000

We are seeking an experienced Senior Reverse Engineer / Software Engineer to support the design, development, analysis, integration, and sustainment of advanced software solutions. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with engineers, analysts, data specialists, and technical stakeholders to develop innovative capabilities that address complex technical challenges.

This role involves both rapid prototyping efforts and long‑term software development initiatives. The selected candidate will participate throughout the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture, development, testing, deployment, and operational support.

• Analyze, design, develop, modify, and maintain software applications and technical toolsets.
• Enhance and extend existing software capabilities to meet evolving requirements.
• Gather, document, and analyze technical and operational requirements.
• Develop prototypes and proof‑of‑concept solutions to validate technical approaches.
• Design and deliver end‑to‑end software solutions that meet performance, scalability, and reliability requirements.
• Provide technical consultation and guidance on software products, architectures, and technology solutions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define project scope, priorities, and implementation strategies.
• Support deployment, troubleshooting, maintenance, and enhancement of operational software systems.
• Participate in peer code reviews to improve software quality and reduce defects.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, design artifacts, and implementation guidance.
• Contribute to software engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline and twelve (12) years of relevant experience; OR
• Master's degree in a related technical discipline and ten (10) years of relevant experience; OR
• Four (4) additional years of directly related software engineering experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.

• Experience with reverse engineering software, applications, systems, or protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external technical organizations.
• Experience developing and modifying software applications using:
  • C
  • C++
  • Python
• Experience supporting, troubleshooting, and maintaining deployed software systems.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git and Subversion.
• Experience utilizing software development lifecycle and collaboration tools, including:
  • Jira
  • Confluence
  • Bamboo
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies and engineering best practices.

• Experience developing software using one or more of the following technologies:
  • Java
  • Java Script
  • Bash
  • Power Shell
  • Perl
  • C#
  • Rust
• Experience developing applications for Linux, Windows, or embedded computing environments.
• Experience conducting software security assessments, vulnerability analysis, or secure software development activities.
• Experience with low‑level systems programming and software architecture analysis.
• Familiarity with distributed systems, platform integration, and advanced software engineering concepts.
• Experience supporting complex technical environments requiring high reliability and performance.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to evaluate complex software systems and identify technical solutions.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, operating systems, and systems programming concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and consultation across diverse technical teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to software quality.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic technical environment.

This position includes a competitive and flexible benefits…