Software Developer

Nightwing; Corridor North (MD); Sur place; USD 64 000 - 128 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Vision and dental insurance

401k plan

PTO and Holidays

Résumé du poste

Nightwing is seeking a software developer to design and implement custom software tools for Windows and Linux platforms. The role emphasizes Python, C++, and Java development, end-to-end testing, and documentation.

The team works across Unix/Windows/mobile capabilities, collaborating with customers and engineers. A Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Poly clearance is required, and the position involves lead–level responsibilities and mentoring of junior developers.

Qualifications

• 1-6 years of experience programming in C/C++ or similar and Python.
• Knowledge of network protocols and OS internals.
• Experience with binary analysis tools (IDA Pro or Ghidra) is a plus.
• Familiarity with modern software engineering concepts and CNO techniques.

Responsabilités

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software tools and techniques.
• Mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews.
• Prepare documentation for operational use and support.
• Collaborate with customers and other developers to define requirements and deliverables.
• Present development plans and forecast milestones.

Connaissances

C/C++

Python

OS internals

Network protocols

Software security

Design & architecture

Formation

Bachelor's in computer engineering or CS

Outils

IDA Pro

Ghidra

Description du poste

Position Description

At Nightwing CODEX, a software developer designs and implements custom software tools and techniques. Most of the work is developed in Python, C++ and Java. The intended platforms are Windows and Linux systems with the environment being low and high level user space.

The developer diagnoses issues and debugs customer problems using industry standard tools as well as custom toolsets. In addition, the candidate is responsible for end-to-end design, development, and standard developer testing of the developed software. The software developer also writes documentation pertinent to operating and supporting the developed software and techniques. Daily activities include software development, toolchain/helper tool development, and use of debuggers, disassemblers, and other diagnostic software.

Other activities include attending design meetings, mentoring junior developers, or performing code reviews. Software developers' interface with other developers as well as customer personnel to solve problems and communicate requirements, status, and other information. They also mentor and lead junior-level developers to accomplish mission objectives and solve real-time engineering challenges.

Security Clearance

Top Secret/SCI + Full Scope Poly required

Technical Requirements

The candidate will join a team of developers working on various Unix, Windows, or Mobile capabilities. They will support the group's overall mission to design, develop, test, and maintain CNO capabilities.

Required Experience

• 1 - 6 years of experience programming in C/C++ or similiar and Python


• In-depth understanding of network protocols


• In-depth understanding of OS internals


• Experience with IDA Pro, Ghidra, or similar binary analysis tool a plus


• Familiarity with modern software engineering concepts


• Knowledge of common CNO techniques


• Ability to gather requirements and design a solution with minimal oversight


• Ability to present a development plan and forecast deliverables


• Strong familiarity with software security technologies such as ASLR and DEP


• Experience with additional architectures (ARM, RISC, PPC etc.)

Required Education

Bachelor's in computer engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

The salary associated with this position ($64,000-$128,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays and additional insurances.

Salary & Benefits

The salary associated with this position ($64,000-$128,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.

Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.

Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.