Senior Research Software Engineer

Job Description

• Actively participate in the design, build, test, and implementation phases of research programs focused on advancing technology in the areas of resilient communications, next-generation networking, security, and privacy in mobile platforms
• Become intimately familiar with all aspects of what goes on inside of today's smartphones, including the hardware, kernel, drivers, firmware, framework, and apps
• Develop the ability to identify security and privacy risks of various apps, systems, and architectures
• Design and develop custom software solutions for both prototype and production-level systems on mobile phones and other resource-constrained platforms, e.g., single-board computers

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related on the job experience.
• 3+ years of professional software development experience with C/C++ or Rust
• Familiarity with standard Linux software engineering tools, e.g., git, gcc, make
• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance is required

• Experience with Android app development or Android OS modification
• Experience with network stack development, mesh networking, or tactical handheld radios
• Experience with the Rust programming language
• Practical knowledge of symmetric and asymmetric cryptography in software, such as working with OpenSSL or other cryptographic libraries
• Knowledge of cryptographic systems for vulnerabilities and attack vectors including security proofs, cryptanalysis techniques, and side-channel attacks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Tuition assistance and professional development