Job Description
SALARY RANGE $190,000 - $247,000/year
DUTIES As a successful candidate for the Application Developer III role, you will serve as a reverse engineer and general-purpose CNO software engineer supporting the development of mission-focused capabilities for emerging operational requirements. You will design, develop, prototype, modify, and integrate software solutions that deliver mission-centric results while collaborating closely with analysts, operators, data scientists, and fellow software engineers. In this role, you will provide both rapid-response operational support and long-term development support across the software lifecycle, helping to translate mission needs into effective technical solutions. You will work with cross-functional stakeholders to develop requirements, define project scope, and deliver capabilities that enhance operational effectiveness. Through software engineering, reverse engineering, prototyping, and system integration, you will contribute to innovative solutions that support critical mission objectives and evolving operational challenges.
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Required Skills
SKILLS
Augment and enhance existing software toolsets to support evolving mission requirements
Derive, document, analyze, and refine technical and operational requirements
Build prototypes to validate concepts and demonstrate understanding of mission objectives
Design, develop, and deliver end-to-end software toolsets capable of operating within mission constraints
Translate mission requirements into scalable technical solutions and operational capabilities
Provide technical consulting and subject matter expertise across a variety of software products and technologies
Advise customers on technical approaches, capability development, and operational direction
Collaborate with analysts, operators, and software engineers to develop and implement mission-focused solutions
Support both rapid-response operational efforts and long-term software development initiatives
Participate in peer code reviews to improve code quality, reduce defects, and promote engineering best practices
Analyze complex technical challenges and develop innovative software solutions
Contribute to the continuous improvement and modernization of mission systems and software capabilities
QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor of Computer Science or Computer Engineering and a minimum of Twelve (12) years of software/system development is required. Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. A Master's of Computer Science or Computer Engineering with a minimum of Ten (10) years of experience is also acceptable. Experience must consist of technical expertise in at least three (3) of the following areas:
System Requirements Analysis
Software System Design
Software System Development
Software System Integration
Software System Testing
In addition, the individual shall have at least ten (10) years of work experience in four (4) or more of the following areas:
Developing software applications in C, C++, or Java
Developing software applications for Unix, Linux, or Windows environments
Developing DLLs for the Windows environment
Development on computer telephony platforms using cards such as Dialogic
Object-oriented design and programming
Working knowledge of common protocols/standards such as TCP/IP, SNMP, H.323, X.25, 802.1I, 802.16, SIP, MEGACO, or MGCP
Web development with XML, PHP, MySQL, ColdFusion, or Apache
Script writing using Perl, Python, Bourne shell, C shell, or other proprietary scripting languages
Database experience with Sybase, Oracle, or Microsoft (SQL Server)
Reverse engineering and analysis of software
Kernel knowledge of Unix (Linux)
Bit-level data analysis
Additionally, the candidate must be/have:
Experience with reverse engineering methodologies, tools, and techniques
Ability to coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analysts, operators, software engineers, and external development organizations
Experience developing, modifying, and maintaining software systems using C, C++, and Python
Experience supporting and sustaining fielded software systems in operational environments
Familiarity with Git and Subversion version control systems
Experience utilizing Atlassian tools, including Jira, Confluence, and Bamboo, for project tracking, collaboration, documentation, and build management
Strong software development, debugging, and troubleshooting skills
Ability to analyze complex technical challenges and develop effective software solutions
Experience supporting software development efforts throughout the full development lifecycle
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, mission-focused engineering environment
Experience delivering software capabilities that support operational and mission requirements
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Desired Skills
NICE-TO-HAVES
Experience developing software using Java, JavaScript, Bash, PowerShell, Perl, C#, or Rust
Experience developing CNO-specific software for Linux, Windows, or embedded environments
Experience with vulnerability research and exploit development methodologies
Knowledge of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems
Experience supporting production CNO capabilities and operational environments
Familiarity with cyber operations tool development and deployment
Experience working with low-level system internals, operating systems, or embedded technologies
Understanding of offensive cyber operations concepts, techniques, and workflows
Experience supporting mission-focused cyber capabilities within operational environments
Experience integrating software solutions into complex operational and intelligence systems
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About Black Eagle Defense
Black Eagle Defense is a Maryland-based small business that provides Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and related Consulting Services to the private and public sectors. Our team is composed of highly trained professionals with a commitment to continued learning, versatility, and adaptability within the ever-evolving technological landscape.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
