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# Application Developer/Reverse Engineer

- **Company:** Bitwise
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $287,500.0 - $338,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Confluence, JIRA, Bash Shell, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Signals Intelligence, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, 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, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Software Version Control, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cd162fab47bf8297

## About the Role

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

 * 12 years of software engineering experience (or 10 years with a Master's degree; alternatively, 4 years of additional SWE experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree)
 * Proficiency in producing and modifying software systems in C/C++, Python, and Assembly
 * In-depth understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP) and hands-on experience analyzing network traffic (e.g., Wireshark)
 * Ability to provide support for fielded software systems in production environments
 * Solid familiarity with Git and Subversion version control systems
 * Practical experience with Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence)
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience as noted above)

Preferred Skills

We'd love to see experience with:

 * Reverse engineering Windows or embedded platforms (RTOS)
 * Developing CNO-specific software in Windows, Linux, or embedded applications
 * Any of the following programming languages: Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, C#, or Rust
 * Vulnerability research and exploit development
 * Knowledge of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems

## Description

We're looking for a talented Application Developer and Reverse Engineer to join our team as a general-purpose Software Engineer supporting up-and-coming projects where you'll design, develop, prototype, modify, and integrate solutions that deliver mission-centric results. You'll work closely with analysts, operators, data scientists, and other software engineers to provide direct tactical support to our intelligence community customers.

In this role, you will:

 * Augment existing toolsets to enhance mission capabilities
 * Derive, document, and analyze requirements from stakeholders and operators
 * Produce end-to-end toolsets that operate within mission constraints and deliver real-world impact
 * Take part in peer code reviews to identify and reduce defects before they reach the field
 * Build prototypes to validate your understanding of mission requirements and demonstrate feasibility