Senior Software Developer - Network Devices

Socket.dev; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

56 hours PTO

ICHRA with $100/mo company contrib

Job summary

ACKtive Engineering Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Developer to design and maintain capabilities for a critical U.S. government customer.

This on-site role involves collaboration with a skilled team of engineers to analyze complex systems, embedded devices, and networked hardware while growing technical expertise in a mission-driven environment. Applicants must have an active TS/SCI clearance, a BS in Computer Science or related field, and 10+ years in reverse engineering, C programming,

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in reverse engineering, C programming and networking devices.
• Experience supporting the development or analysis of mobile devices.
• Familiarity with low-level platforms, embedded systems or firmware analysis.
• Experience working in a Real Time Operating System environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance capabilities that support a U.S. government customer.
• Work onsite, integrated with the customer team and senior engineers.
• Learn, experiment and grow in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Analyze complex systems and networked devices; craft high-quality, reliable capabilities.

Skills

Reverse engineering

C programming

Network devices

Mobile devices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

About the Role

ACKtive Engineering Solutions LLC is looking for a talented Senior Software Developer with experience with complex systems and network devices. This position requires an active clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance capabilities that directly support a critical U.S. government customer.
• Work onsite, fully integrated with the customer's team, collaborating daily with highly skilled subject matter experts and senior engineers.
• Continuously learn, experiment, and grow while sharpening your technical toolkit in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Use your creativity and development experience to:
  • Analyze complex systems and networked devices
  • Discover novel solutions to challenging technical and operational problems
  • Implement high-quality, reliable capabilities

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
• (Additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)
• 10+ years of hands-on experience with:
  • Reverse engineering
  • C programming
  • Network devices
• Experience supporting the development or analysis of mobile devices
• Familiarity with low-level platforms, embedded systems, and/or firmware analysis
• Experience working in a Real Time Operating System environment

About Us

ACKtive Engineering Solutions is a minority-owned, disadvantaged business dedicated to providing specialized engineering and consulting services throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. Our expertise spans Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, System Engineering, and related fields. With a single-tier management model, we effectively minimize overhead costs and maintain strong connections among our employees, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

ACKtive Benefits

• Hourly pay means you are in control of your pay and leave.
• 5% 401K company contribution - No employee contribution required!
• Up to a 15.75% 401K profit sharing company contribution after the calendar year ends
• Immediate vesting in 401K
• 56 hours of paid time off (vacation and sick)
• Health plans through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) with a $100/month company contribution
• Have a question? Don't see a benefit listed? Contact us! We'd love to fill in the blanks or improve our benefits to better fit our team members.
• Flexible Time off, Hourly Pay:
  We believe flexibility and fair compensation go hand in hand. Our team is paid a competitive hourly rate, ensuring you're compensated for every hour you work. In addition to your high hourly pay, you'll receive 56 hours of paid time off (PTO) each year. Beyond your PTO, you may take additional unpaid time off as needed, provided your time away aligns with customer mission requirements and is approved in advance. This approach allows you to enjoy greater control over your schedule while earning industry-leading pay.

Total Compensation: