Reverse Engineer

Set of X; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Technology Refresh

Training and Professional Development

Stock Plan

Flex Leave and Exchange Plan

Virtual Office Compensation

Fringe Benefit Mall

Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Set of X, located in Fort Meade, Maryland, is seeking a CNO Software Engineer to lead innovative projects. This role requires expertise in reverse engineering and proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and Python. As part of a dedicated team, you will design and integrate solutions to meet mission objectives.

The position offers a generous compensation package, including health benefits, 401(k), and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of relevant experience and TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in a relevant field.
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, prototype and integrate CNO software solutions.
• Work closely with analysts, operators, and data scientists.

Skills

Reverse engineering experience

C/C++/Python programming

Git and Subversion familiarity

Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence)

Education

B.S. in a technical discipline or equivalent experience

Job description

WE ARE HIRING OWNERS

Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership.

Because who you work with matters.

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.

Required Skills:

• Reverse engineering experience.
• Produce and modify software systems in C/C++/Python.
• Provide support for fielded software systems.
• Familiarity with Git and Subversion.
• Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence).

Desired Skills:

• 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.

Eduction/Experience:

• 8 yrs., B.S. in a technical discipline or 4 additional yrs. in place of B.S.

Clearance:

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Total Compensation Package

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well‑being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take‑home pay.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.
• Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year‑end bonus if you don’t need new tech.
• Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax‑free.

Additional Perks and Benefits

• Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant—let’s build the future together.
• Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work‑life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!
• Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.
• Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh—whatever suits you best!
• Profit‑Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company’s success with an end‑of‑year cash bonus.
• Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.