Application Developer/Reverse Engineer

Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership

Because who you work with matters.
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You will act as a Software Engineer and Reverse Engineer to develop cutting-edge security tools in a fast-paced, agile environment. You will deliver solutions supporting the client’s national security mission, collaborating closely with analysts, data scientists, and other software engineers. You will be expected to work largely independently, pursuing opportunities arising from your research, and responding to customer needs. 

Required Skills:

• Strong experience in software development and reverse engineering.
• Proficiency with Python for production-grade software development and automation of analysis/operational workflows.
• Familiarity with web traffic analysis including HTTP, HTML, JavaScript, and use of tools like Burp Suite, browser developer tools, or Wireshark.
• Experience with service containerization and deployment (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with Git/GitLab and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Ability to collect and analyze customer requirements, integrate data flows, and coordinate with a team to leverage shared libraries.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice to Haves:

• Experience prototyping web applications (JavaScript).
• Analyzing cybersecurity-related datasets (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.

Education/Experience:
12 years of experience with a B.S. in a technical discipline, or 10 years with an M.S.
4 years of additional software engineering experience may substitute for a B.S.

Total Compensation Package 

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including: 

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones. 
• 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay. 
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge. 
• Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don’t need new tech. 
• Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships.  Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free. 

For a full overview of our benefits, please visit our benefits tab. 

Additional Perks and Benefits 

• Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant—let's build the future together. 
• Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value! 
• Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services. 
• Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh—whatever suits you best! 
• Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company’s success with an end-of-year cash bonus. 
• Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.