Investigations Engineer - Source Code (C++, Java, Javascript, Python, SQL)

Keystone; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual 401k contributions

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

A consulting firm located in Boston is seeking a Source Code Investigations Engineer to analyze complex software systems for evidence of intellectual property infringement. You will be required to assess originality, reverse engineer software applications, and present findings to clients. Candidates should have a strong background in software engineering and excellent communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including 401k contributions. Actual compensation will vary based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in reviewing source code.
• Proficiency in various programming languages.
• Understanding of algorithms and data structures.

Responsibilities

• Analyze software systems and present findings.
• Reverse engineer software applications.
• Draft documents describing software functionality.
• Present findings to technical and non-technical clients.

Skills

Experience as a software consultant or engineer

Fluency in programming languages (Java, C++, etc.)

Deep understanding of computer science concepts

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in relevant field (preferred)

Job description

Keystone is a premier economics, technology, and strategy consulting firm built to help companies lead through transformation. As breakthrough innovations reshape industries, redefine competition and change our society, complex and highly competitive ecosystems emerge. Keystone advises technology leaders, Fortune 100 companies, their legal counsel, and governments on business, economic, litigation, and regulatory strategy in relation to these innovations and competitive eco-systems. We operate globally from offices in New York, Boston, San Francisco, Seattle, London, Dubai, and Washington, D.C.

About The Source Code Investigations Engineer Role

As a Source Code Investigations Engineer at Keystone, you will dive deep into complex software systems to uncover evidence of intellectual property infringement. Your work will span from tracing the lineage of algorithms and identifying copied or derivative code, to presenting structured technical findings that withstand legal scrutiny.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze software systems and present summary findings to clients
• Assess the originality, similarity, and differences between multiple software systems
• Reverse engineer software applications, features, and functionality
• Evaluate the complexity and value of software developed
• Investigate the behavior of software systems against expected behavior from legal claims
• Draft documents describing the functionality and behavior of software systems
• Present technical findings to non-technical clients
• Develop and productize tools to make source code analysis more efficient and scalable

What You’ll Bring

• Experience working as a software consultant, source code reviewer, and/or software engineer
• Fluency in a variety of programming languages, databases, and platforms, such as: Java, C++, C, C#, Python, PHP, SQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS
• Deep understanding of fundamental concepts in computer science, such as: data structures, architecture design, programming paradigms (object-oriented, functional, declarative), algorithms, distributed computing, concurrency, computational complexity, database systems, networking, compilers, and machine learning
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Capacity to work in fast-paced, high-stakes environment
• A desire to be a part of and help grow a great team and organization
• The passion to learn, grow, and help us to improve our business
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science; Master’s is a plus

In addition to annual salary, we provide annual 401k contributions and competitive benefits package. Actual Compensation within the range will depend upon the level the individual is hired into based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.

Annual Salary Range

$135,000—$186,000 USD

At Keystone we believe diversity matters. At every level of our firm, we seek to advance and promote diversity, foster an inclusive culture, and ensure our colleagues have a deep sense of respect and belonging. If you are interested in growing your career with colleagues from varied backgrounds and cultures, consider Keystone.