RedBeard Solutions
Reverse Engineer Software Developer
Fort Meade, District of Columbia, US
Role snapshot
RedBeard Solutions is hiring a Reverse Engineer Software Developer on a full-time basis. This is a role based in Fort Meade, District of Columbia, US.
- Company
- RedBeard Solutions
- Location
- Fort Meade, District of Columbia, US
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 9+ years
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
Who this role suits
Experienced professionals who can lead projects, set direction and be accountable for outcomes, not just tasks.
How to prepare your application
- Prepare examples of decisions you drove, how you measured the result, and how you worked with other teams.
- Be ready to discuss trade-offs and scope, not only the tools you have used.
- Read what RedBeard Solutions publishes about its product or team, so you can say clearly why this role and this company.
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About the role
Reverse Engineer Software Developer
Location: Ft Meade, Maryland
Number of openings: 1
Experience: 9+ years & BS degree
Salary: $250,000-300,000
These salaries include company 401k contributions (salary + company 401k)
Clearance: TS/SCI CI Poly
Benefits: Don't have them yet - will get them
Start Date: likely 40-60 day process (including clearance transfer)
Job Description:
We're looking for a Software Engineer III to join our elite team. In this role, you'll
apply your deep technical expertise to analyze, reverse-engineer, and develop
mission-critical capabilities that directly support national security objectives. You will
be a key player in a fast-paced environment, tackling unique challenges at the
intersection of hardware, software, and embedded systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Reverse Engineer complex hardware and software systems to understand their
inner workings and identify potential vulnerabilities.Conduct rigorous code reviews to ensure the quality, security, and performance
of all developed software.Leverage deep expertise in Linux to build, manage, and troubleshoot custom
development and analysis environments.Develop custom software tools and applications using Python, C, and Assembly,
with a strong focus on embedded and resource-constrained systems.Perform in-depth vulnerability research to discover and analyze weaknesses in a
variety of targets.Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers to design and implement innovative
solutions to challenging technical problems.
Required Skills:
- Programming Proficiency and development of applications
Strong scripting skills particularly in Python, C, Assembly
Experience in embedded systems
Proven expertise in Advanced Binary Analysis & Reverse Engineering
using tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro, and Binary NinjaDemonstrated experience in Vulnerability Research (VR) & Exploit
DevelopmentLinux - Deep expertise in managing, configuring, and troubleshooting;
ability to trouble shoot and bypass complex security constraintsExtensive experience working with embedded architectures (e.g., ARM,
MIPS, PowerPC) and RTOS environments.Strong proficiency in C/C++ and Assembly, with a deep understanding of
operating system internalsBS + 9 years experience, though exceptions can be made for qualified
candidates.
Desired Skills:
Knowledge of IOT devices
Networking Skills
Experience in Virtualization
Linux Kernel development; Socket
integrating security tools into the CI/CD pipeline