Principal Reverse Engineer

Webster & Webster Associates; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Webster & Webster Associates is seeking a Principal Reverse Engineer to lead complex security research initiatives focusing on hardware and software integrity. The successful candidate will have 5+ years of experience in reverse engineering, expertise in C/C++ and Python, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering. The role includes mentoring teams, conducting deep analysis, and implementing security solutions against threats. Compensation ranges from $150,000 to $250,000 based on experience, and the position is onsite in Northern Virginia.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in software or hardware reverse engineering.
• Curiosity and self-initiative in a research-heavy environment.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Direct and mentor engineering teams through reverse engineering cycles.
• Perform static and dynamic analysis to identify flaws in software and firmware.
• Architect and implement security solutions to detect advanced threats.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

Python for low-level development

Assembly languages (ARM, MIPS, x86)

Reverse engineering experience

Mentoring abilities

Firmware security knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Binary Ninja

Job description

An innovative technology company is seeking a Principal Reverse Engineer. In this role, you will lead interesting and complex security research initiatives focusing on hardware and software integrity. You will collaborate with other elite engineers to identify firmware-based vulnerabilities and build defensive countermeasures for mission-critical infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge protection mechanisms for global systems while working in a collaborative and technically sophisticated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and mentor engineering teams through complex reverse engineering cycles to ensure high-impact project delivery
• Perform deep-dive static and dynamic analysis to identify flaws in hardware-interfacing software and firmware
• Design sophisticated exploits to validate security gaps, demonstrating risks like privilege escalation or unauthorized code execution
• Architect and implement robust security solutions designed to detect and thwart advanced persistent threats in real-time
• Engineer custom software frameworks to automate the identification of vulnerabilities within low-level codebases
• Navigate ambiguous technical challenges to advance the state of the art in system-wide security architectures
• Provide expert reporting and occasional travel to support on-site project milestones and hardware analysis
• Communicate highly technical findings to internal stakeholders and external partners through detailed documentation
• Participate in hands-on hardware testing and project execution requiring physical presence at our specialized facilities

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• 5+ years of professional experience in software or hardware reverse engineering
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python for low-level development
• Expertise in assembly languages such as ARM, MIPS, or x86
• Experience with IDA Pro, Ghidra, or Binary Ninja equivalent
• Curiosity and high self-initiative in a research-heavy environment
• Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers
• Familiarity with firmware security, hardware-software interfaces such as I2C, UART, SPI
• Active security clearance preferred or the ability to obtain one

If you are a results-driven professional who thrives on the challenge of identifying vulnerabilities and is ready to take full ownership of mission-critical security research, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your professional journey by submitting your resume and a brief overview of your technical successes to Webster & Webster Associates today.

Title

Senior Reverse Engineer – Embedded Security (Principal Reverse Engineer)

Employment Type

Direct Hire

Location

Maryland / Washington, DC / Northern Virginia, USA (Onsite)

Relocation

Yes

Compensation

$150,000–$250,000 depending upon experience

Job ID

JO-2603-1373