Embedded Software Engineer

The Embedded Software Engineer supports complex and critical projects that directly impact national security and intelligence missions.

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POSITION:
Embedded Software Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support complex and critical projects that directly impact national security and intelligence missions
• Develop embedded systems, conduct vulnerability analysis, reverse engineer software, and provide operational support to address challenging problems
• Utilize expertise in C/C++ development, x86 Assembly, and Python for automated unit testing to create capabilities, research existing functionality, analyze protocols, and adapt to new technologies
• Collaborate with the test team throughout the development life cycle

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Software development experience using C, C/C++, or other languages
• Experience with embedded platforms such as Linux, Unix, Android, or Vx Works
• Strong knowledge of software system requirements analysis, design, development, integration, and testing
• Experience with virtual environments like VMWare/ESXi, Open Stack, Open vSwitch, or QEMU
• Proficiency in software reverse engineering and debugging tools like IDAPro, Olly Dbg, gdb, or Ghidra
• Familiarity with assembly languages and low-level systems programming concepts
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in a related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in vulnerability analysis and exploit development
• Proficiency in Python programming
• Knowledge of telecommunications systems
• Additional experience with Assembly language

CLEARANCE:

TS/SCI clearance with FS polygraph required.