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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Developer (AD), Level 3 - **Company:** Bitwise - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $287,500.0 - $338,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Signals Intelligence, Computer Networks, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Systems Analysis, Python (Programming Language), Network Protocols, Windows PowerShell, Real-Time Operating Systems, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Subversion, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Git, Atlassian Tools, Software Version Control, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** July 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5b04661224da275a ## About the Role * 12 years of experience with a B.S., or 10 years with an M.S. in a relevant field. Up to 4 years of additional software engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. * Proficiency in C, C++, Python, and/or Assembly - you'll be both producing and modifying software systems using these languages * In-depth understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP) and hands-on experience analyzing network traffic using tools like Wireshark * Experience providing support for fielded software systems * Familiarity with version control systems including Git and Subversion * Working knowledge of Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence * Ability to derive, document, and analyze requirements and translate them into working solutions * Experience augmenting existing toolsets and building end-to-end toolsets that can operate within mission constraints * Ability to build prototypes that demonstrate a clear understanding of mission requirements * Willingness to participate in peer code reviews to drive down defects and raise the bar for the whole team Preferred Skills These aren't dealbreakers, but they'll make you stand out: * Experience with reverse engineering Windows or embedded platforms, including RTOS environments * Experience developing CNO-specific software for Windows, Linux, or embedded applications * Proficiency in any of the following: Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, C#, or Rust * Experience with Vulnerability Research and Exploit Development * Knowledge of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems ## Description We're looking for a senior-level Software Engineer and CNO Reverse Engineer who's ready to make a real impact on mission-critical projects from day one. In this role, you'll be working at the intersection of software engineering and national security - designing, developing, prototyping, and integrating solutions that deliver mission-centric results in some of the most demanding operational environments around. You won't be working in isolation here. You'll collaborate closely with analysts, operators, data scientists, and fellow software engineers to provide mission tactical support on projects that actually matter. 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