Application Developer (AD3) [D.26.0117]

Dover Networks LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 256,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Networks LLC is seeking a CNO software engineer to design, develop, prototype, and integrate solutions for mission-centric projects. This role involves collaborating with analysts and operators, supporting mission tactical needs, and enhancing existing toolsets. Candidates should have significant experience in reverse engineering, proficiency in programming languages like C/C++/Python, and familiarity with tools such as Git, Jira, and Confluence. The position offers a competitive salary range of $256k-$280k annually and attractive 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience required, or 10 years with M.S. plus additional SWE experience.
• Ability to produce and modify software systems.
• Experience with various programming languages including Java, JavaScript, Bash.

Responsibilities

• Augment existing toolsets.
• Derive, document, and analyze requirements.
• Build prototypes to demonstrate mission requirements.
• Produce end-to-end toolsets for mission constraints.
• Provide technical consulting support across various software products.
• Participate in peer code reviews.

Skills

Reverse engineering experience

Cross-functional teamwork coordination

C/C++/Python software development

Fielded software support

Familiarity with Git and Subversion

Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bamboo)

Education

B.S. in relevant field or equivalent experience

Job description

Requires Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Poly.

Salary Range: $256k-$280k per year with an additional $64k-$70k in immediately vested company 401(k) contributions.

Description

You will act as a reverse engineer/general-purpose CNO software engineer for up-and-coming projects where you will design, develop, prototype, modify, and integrate solutions to provide mission‑centric results. You will work closely with analysts, operators, data scientists, and other software engineers to provide mission tactical support, including quick reaction operational support and longer development lifecycles. You will coordinate with analysts, operators, and other software engineers to develop requirements and scope the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Augment existing toolsets.
• Derive, document, and analyze requirements.
• Build prototypes to demonstrate understanding of mission requirements.
• Produce end‑to‑end toolsets that can operate within mission constraints.
• Provide technical consulting support across various software products and technologies advising customers on operational direction.
• Take part in peer code reviews to reduce defects.

Skills Requirements

• Reverse engineering experience.
• Ability to coordinate with cross‑functional teams, including analysts, operators, and external development shops, to deliver holistic software solutions.
• Produce and modify software systems in C/C++/Python.
• Provide support for fielded software systems.
• Familiarity with Git and Subversion.
• Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bamboo).

Nice to Haves

• Experience with any of the following: Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, C#, Rust.
• Experience with developing CNO specific software in Linux/Windows/Embedded applications.
• Experience with Vulnerability Research and Exploit development.
• Knowledge of end‑to‑end SIGINT collection and analysis systems.
• Experience with production CNO capabilities and operations.

YOE Requirement

12 years, B.S. or 10 years with M.S., 4 years of additional SWE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.