Software Engineer (Distributed Web Applications & Cloud, SWE2) [D.26.0121]

Dover Networks LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 176,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contributions

Job summary

Dover Networks LLC in the United States seeks a seasoned Software Engineer to develop and maintain large-scale, distributed web applications using JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python. The role emphasizes building robust, scalable systems and applying DevOps practices in cloud-native environments.

Candidates with a background in security research and vulnerability assessment, plus experience with CI/CD and AWS, will thrive.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance required prior to applying.
• We do not sponsor or process clearances for this position.
• Experience developing large-scale distributed web applications using modern JavaScript/TypeScript and Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain large-scale, distributed web applications using Node.js, TypeScript and Python.
• Architect scalable microservices and backend systems for high-performance data processing.
• Utilize DevOps automation and Infrastructure-as-Code to deploy in cloud environments.
• Create robust CI/CD pipelines for secure, reliable software updates.
• Collaborate with security researchers to apply engineering best practices to offensive cyber and vulnerability research projects.
• Collaborate with users and analysts to improve tooling and mission capabilities.

Skills

JavaScript

TypeScript

Python

DevOps

AWS

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

gdb

Job description

Applicants must already hold a TS/SCI clearance with a current Full Scope Polygraph before applying. We are not sponsoring or processing clearances for this position. Candidates who are seeking to obtain a clearance do not meet the minimum requirements.

Salary Range: $176k-$192k per year with an additional $44k-$48k in immediately vested company 401(k) contributions

Description

We are seeking a seasoned Software Engineer for development and maintenance of large-scale, distributed web applications. In this role, you will focus on building robust, scalable systems using modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks and Python, while leveraging DevOps automation to manage cloud-native environments. Candidates who possess a background—or a strong personal interest—in reverse engineering and vulnerability research will find a unique opportunity to apply their engineering rigor to complex security challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain large-scale, distributed web applications using Node.js, TypeScript and Python.
• Architect scalable microservices and backend systems that support high-performance data processing and communication.
• Utilize DevOps automation tools and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaaS) to deploy and manage services in commercial cloud environments.
• Create robust CI/CD pipelines to ensure the continuous delivery of secure and reliable software updates.
• Collaborate with security researchers to integrate engineering best practices into offensive cyber and vulnerability research projects.
• Collaborate with users and analysts to improve tooling and mission capabilities

Skills Requirements

• Experience with professional software development in JavaScript, TypeType, and Python.
• Knowledge of building and maintaining enterprise-grade, distributed web applications and system architectures.
• Experience with DevOps automation, cloud service providers (e.g., AWS), and Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies.
• Knowledge of modern software engineering principles, including version control, testing frameworks, and agile workflows.
• Experience with high-side development environments and non-attributed network configurations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest in offensive cyber operations, vulnerability research, and software reverse engineering.
• Knowledge of Android application architecture and experience or interest in mobile vulnerability research.
• Experience with low-level programming in C/C++ and utilizing debuggers such as gdb or similar tools.

YOE Requirement: 8 yrs., B.S. in a technical discipline or 4 additional yrs. in place of B.S.