We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to research and develop next-generation technologies for mobile communications and networks. The ideal candidate will have an interest in research as well as a commitment to developing solutions for the real world. You will join a small, supportive team that values cooperation and creative spirit.

This is a hybrid role, working both remotely and at our Arlington, VA headquarters 2-3 days per week, and may involve some light travel when transitioning products.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop custom software solutions for both prototype and production-level systems on mobile phones and other resource-constrained platforms, e.g., single-board computers
• Actively participate in the design, build, test, and implementation phases of research programs focused on advancing technology in the areas of resilient communications, next-generation networking, security, and privacy in mobile platforms
• Become intimately familiar with all aspects of what goes on inside of today's smartphones, including the hardware, kernel, drivers, firmware, framework, and apps
• Develop the ability to identify security and privacy risks of various apps, systems, and architectures

Minimum Qualifications:

• A four-year degree in Computer Science, EE, or related on the job experience
• 5 years of professional software development experience with C/C
• Familiarity with standard Linux software engineering tools, e.g., git, gcc, make
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government clearance

Nice If You Have: 

• Experience with Android app development or Android OS modification
• Experience with network stack development
• Experience with wireless (NFC/Bluetooth/802.11/LTE) protocols and hardware
• Experience with the Rust programming language
• An active DoD clearance (Secret or above) 
• Experience with Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, or other containerization tools

Clearance requirements:

• The ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance up to Top Secret.

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