Senior Software Engineer / Reverse Engineer

***An active or re‑instatable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is required.***

Senior Software Engineer / Reverse Engineer position on a U.S. Government contract. This full‑time role supports a mission‑critical software and systems program for a federal client.

Job Description:

GliaCell is seeking a Senior Software Engineer / Reverse Engineer to develop cutting‑edge security tools in a fast‑paced, agile environment. Responsibilities include building Python applications, reverse engineering network traffic and web applications, and collaborating with analysts, data scientists, and other software engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Develop Python applications to automate analysis and operational workflows.
• Reverse engineer network traffic and web applications.
• Collect requirements from customers and ensure proper functionality.
• Coordinate with a team of software developers to incorporate new technologies and leverage shared libraries.
• Manage data flow and formatting to integrate into client systems.

Key Requirements:

• Active or re‑instatable TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Professional experience: 12 years and a Bachelor of Science degree, or 4 additional years in lieu of a BS.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.

Required Skills:

• Familiarity with HTML, JavaScript, and other common web traffic.
• Experience with Burp Suite, browser developer tools, or Wireshark for monitoring network communications.
• Production‑grade software development experience in Python.
• Experience with service containerization and deployment using Docker/Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with Git/Gitlab.
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).

Desired Skills:

• Experience prototyping web applications (JavaScript).
• Analyzing cyber security‑related data sets (network traffic, OS events).
• Knowledge of end‑to‑end SIGINT collection and analysis systems.
• Experience with production CNO capabilities and operations.
• Experience developing or reverse engineering mobile applications and communications.
• Ability to design and manipulate Gitlab CI/CD automated builds.

Location:

Laurel, MD (onsite full time)

Salary Range:

The salary range for this full‑time position is $200,000 to $280,000. Sign‑on bonus eligible.

Benefits:

• CareFirst Medical Coverage for Employee and Dependents
• Guardian Dental and Vision Coverage for Employee and Dependents
• Up to 25 Days of Paid Time Off
• Up to 40 hours of PTO carry‑over
• 11 Federal Government Holidays
• Work From Home opportunities
• 401K Company Contribution, fully vested day 1
• Discretionary, certification, and sign‑on bonus potential
• Employee referral bonus program
• Annual professional development
• 100% premium covered for life & disability insurances
• Additional voluntary life insurance coverage available
• Employee assistance program
• Travel protection program
• Financial planning assistance
• Bereavement and jury duty leave
• Monthly team and family events
• Technology budget
• Global Entry
• Annual swag budget

Learn more about GliaCell Technologies:

GliaCell Technologies, LLC 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, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.