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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer (Distributed Web Applications & Cloud) - **Company:** Bitwise - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $230,000.0 - $271,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Android Software Development, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Continuous Delivery, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Network Configuration and Change Management, Node.Js, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, System Programming, TypeScript, Web Applications, Data Processing, Delivery Pipeline, Backend, Containerization, Deployment Automation, Reverse Engineering Software, Cyber Warfare, Software Version Control, Vulnerability Analysis, Microservices - **Published:** July 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=37c37e5fbb171c2f ## About the Role * 8 years of professional software engineering experience, or 4 additional years of experience in place of a B.S. in a technical discipline * B.S. in a technical discipline (or equivalent additional experience as noted above) * Professional software development experience in JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python * Demonstrated experience building and maintaining enterprise-grade, distributed web applications and system architectures * Hands-on experience with DevOps automation, cloud service providers (e.g., AWS), and Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies * Solid understanding of modern software engineering principles, including version control, testing frameworks, and agile workflows * Experience working in high-side development environments and non-attributed network configurations * Active TS//SCI clearance with polygraph Preferred Skills * Experience or genuine interest in offensive cyber operations, vulnerability research, and software reverse engineering * Familiarity with Android application architecture and an interest in mobile vulnerability research * Experience with low-level programming in C/C++ and the use of debuggers such as gdb or similar tools ## Description We're looking for a seasoned Software Engineer to take on a central role in the development and maintenance of large-scale, distributed web applications. You'll be working on systems that matter - architecting and building scalable, high-performance software in a cloud-native environment while operating in the offensive cyber space. This is a high-impact engineering role where you'll design microservices, build robust CI/CD pipelines, and leverage Infrastructure-as-Code to keep cloud deployments running reliably and securely. But it doesn't stop there - you'll also work directly alongside security researchers, applying your engineering rigor to offensive cyber and vulnerability research challenges. If you've always wanted to use your software development skills in a mission environment where the stakes are real, this is that opportunity. 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