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# Cyber Engineer

- **Company:** Metrea LLC
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Software System Penetration Testing, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Raspberry Pi, TCP/IP, Wireless Networks, Rust (Programming Language), Wi-Fi Technology, Backend, Real Time Data, Wireless Technologies, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c1089887abadf39d

## About the Role

* Proficiency in Rust, Python, and Bash
 * Experience in red teaming, penetration testing, or security-focused engineering
 * Experience building backend, systems, or distributed software
 * Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, sockets, packet-level behavior)
 * Proficiency in Linux environments (services, processes, debugging)
 * Ability to work independently and deliver from loosely defined requirements
 * 1 to 3 years in this field or equivalent education., * Familiarity with wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, BLE, cellular, SDR)
 * Experience with edge or embedded systems (e.g., ARM, Jetson, Raspberry Pi)
 * Working knowledge of C# and/or JavaScript, * Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
 * Must be a U.S. citizen.
 * Role may require adherence to export control regulations (ITAR/EAR).
 * This position requires eligibility to obtain a Top Secret / TS/SCI clearance. Candidates will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal requirements. Employment is contingent on meeting all clearance and adjudication requirements.

## Description

In this role, you will design and deliver software for distributed, edge-based systems that process network and wireless data in real time. You will work across edge devices and backend services to build reliable, scalable capabilities that operate in dynamic environments.

You will be successful if you can take ownership of technical problems, develop practical solutions with minimal direction, and deliver production-quality code that performs under real-world constraints., * Design and implement software for real-time data ingestion, processing, and control

 * Build modular services across edge and backend environments
 * Develop APIs and data pipelines to support analysis and automation
 * Integrate with network stacks, wireless tooling, and external data sources
 * Implement automation frameworks, including rule-based workflows and triggers
 * Deploy and optimize software on Linux-based systems under constrained resources
 * Troubleshoot system-level, networking, and performance issues
 * Prototype and iterate capabilities based on evolving requirements
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware and field systems


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