CNO Software Engineer – Mission-Centric Tools

Belay Technologies, Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Company-funded HSA

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Team events

Job summary

Belay Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Application Developer to join our intel team. The role involves full lifecycle software development in C/C++/Python with emphasis on network programming and mission-centric tooling for DoD operations.

Requires TS/SCI with polygraph; 6 years of technical experience or 4 years with BS, or 4 years MS. Strong collaboration with analysts and operators is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• BS in a technical discipline or 4 additional yrs in place of BS or 4 yrs, MS.
• Proficiency in C/C++/Python with network programming.

Responsibilities

• Augment existing tools.
• Derive, document, and analyze requirements.
• Build prototypes to demonstrate understanding of mission requirements.
• Produce end-to-end toolsets that operate within mission constraints.
• Provide technical consulting support across software products and technologies.
• Take part in peer code reviews.

Education

TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph

BS in technical discipline or MS

Tools

Git/SVN

Confluence/Jira/Bamboo

Job description

Belay Technologies has been voted Baltimore Business Journal's (BBJ) Best Places to Work 2026!

Belay Technologies is seeking an Application Developer to join our intel team.You will act as a general-purpose CNO software engineer embedded in operations for up-and-coming projects. You will be responsible for the full product lifecycle including design, prototype, development, release, deployment, and maintenance of all tools developed by the team. In addition to the above you will also be responsible modifying other teams' tools and integrating products developed by other teams into our toolkMiit for mission-centric results. You will work closely with analysts, operators, and other software engineers to define new requirements and provide tactical support to operations.This includes quick reaction operational support and the support in addition to the longer development lifecycle of more feature rich capabilities.

Candidates should have the following

• TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph
• 6 yrs., B.S. in a technical discipline or 4 additional yrs. in place of B.S. or 4 yrs., M.S.

Responsibilities:

• Augment existing tools.
• 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.

Skill Requirements:

• Produce and modify software systems in C/C++/Python, with explicit experience in network programming.
• Provide support for fielded software systems.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate with users of differing technical knowledge including operators, analysts, and other developers to deliver finished products to the customer.
• Reverse engineering experience.
• Familiarity with Git and Subversion.
• Atlassian Tools (Confluence/Jira/Bamboo).

Candidates are desired to have the following skills:

• Experience with any of the following languages: Java, JavaScript, Bash, Powershell, Perl, C#, Rust.
• Experience developing CNO specific software in Linux/Window/Embedded environments.
• Experience with Vulnerability Research and Exploit Development.
• Experience with Malware RE.
• Solid understanding of cryptography.
• Knowledge of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems.
• Experience with production CNO capabilities and operations..

Perks and Benefits:

• 8 weeks paid leave - 4 weeks of personal leave, 3 Yay! days, take off on your birthday,11 paid holidays and optional leave up to 6 days through Belay's volunteer program
• 10% matching in 401(k) contributions vested on day one
• $5,000 annual training/tuition
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• 100% company-funded HSA
• Rich medical coverage (100% coinsurance)
• Dental coverage including orthodontia
• Up to $420,000 in life insurance, premiums 100% company funded
• Amazon Prime, gym reimbursement, monthly lunches, games and prizes
• Pet adoption program, generous referral bonus program, fun events, and more!

At Belay, we are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We believe in transparency and fairness in compensation. Several factors influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, education, specific skills and competencies and certifications. Belay offers a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits and perks, a flexible work-life balance, and career development.

Salary Range: $114,000 to $164,000

Belay Technologies is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business located in Columbia, Maryland (Baltimore/Washington area). Belay Technologies specializes in systems automation and full stack development. Belay Technologies provides leading technology and engineering solutions to the DoD, as well as state-of-the-art commercial products. We hire software engineers, web designers, test engineers, systems engineers, systems administrators, database engineers and other tech services. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.