CNO Software Engineer

Posted 5 Days Ago
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Annapolis Junction, MD, USA
In-Office
207K-279K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Information Technology • Professional Services • Security • Software
The Role
Design, implement, and test mission-focused C/C++ and Objective-C software for constrained environments. Perform reverse engineering (ARM/firmware), low-level debugging, CI/CD builds via GitLab, and produce documentation to satisfy operational and integration requirements. Collaborate with stakeholders and follow formal test and release processes.
Summary Generated by Built In

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Software Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Embedded C++, IEEE 802.11, Reverse Engineering

Certifications:

None

Experience:

15 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Job Description

Software Engineer Praxis Engineering creates exciting and novel mission solutions in the chaotic world of cyber related technologies and products. At the heart of Praxis Engineering are talented and motivated engineering teams empowered to create cutting edge technologies and systems to solve the nation’s most difficult Computer Network Operations challenges. Praxis has immediate openings for Software Engineers who are looking to tackle the unknown and create game-changing capabilities!

What you will be doing: A CNO Software Engineer researches, analyzes, and reverses objective software/hardware and subsequently designs, authors, enhances, verifies, and releases high-quality operational software which satisfies mission and foundational requirements.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required, and fourteen (14) years of experience as a Software Engineer, in programs and projects of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

  • Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

  • Key skills in: C++, Objective-C, ARM assembly (thumb, 32, 64), Python, Reverse Engineering via IDApro, Ghidra, etc.

  • Familiarity with Wifi standards and protocols a plus

  • Security clearance level: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required
     

Specific duties include:

  • Comply with organizations’ documented test and release process

  • Examine and document ARM architecture and communicate behavior of objective systems to  stakeholders and teammates

  • Implement development in CI/CD methodology, utilizing GitLab for build/merges

  • Analyze operational requirements and foundational platform integration requirements to design and derive capability functional and quality requirements Low-level debugging of software and system defects

  • Design and implement software solutions capable of performing in resource restricted environments, typically in Objective C or C++ Write or review software and system documentation

  • Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components

  • Clearly communicating in a team environment with fellow engineers, stakeholders, and customers
     

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
     

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The likely salary range for this position is $206,550 - $279,450. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA MD Annapolis Junction

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

 



Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Skills Required

  • 15+ years of related software engineering experience
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline (or four years additional SWE experience may substitute)
  • Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph security clearance
  • US Citizenship
  • Proficiency in C++ and Embedded C++
  • Proficiency in Objective-C
  • Experience with ARM architecture and ARM assembly (thumb, 32, 64)
  • Reverse engineering experience using IDA Pro, Ghidra, or similar tools
  • Python scripting for analysis and tooling
  • Experience with GitLab and CI/CD development workflows
  • Low-level debugging and documenting system behavior
  • Familiarity with IEEE 802.11 / WiFi standards and protocols
  • Ability to follow documented test and release processes and develop/executetest procedures

General Dynamics Information Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Affordable Benefits Pay and benefits are described as good or okay in multiple places, and the overall package is often portrayed as acceptable even when base pay is not viewed as top-tier.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision plan options are presented as comprehensive, with additional protections like disability and life insurance contributing to a well-rounded health and protection offering.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with company match is consistently highlighted as part of the total rewards package, supporting longer-term financial planning.

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HQ: Falls Church, VA
21,625 Employees

What We Do

We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.

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