Application Developer/Reverse Engineer

Application Developer / Reverse Engineer An active TS//SCI clearance with polygraph is required for this role Hey! Bitwise is a leading provider of mission-focused intelligence solutions that advance national security for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. We're a small and growing company, so you can expect to hop in on the ground floor with us and be a consequential member of the team. You'll be more than a contract performer for us - you'll also be asked for ideas to improve our company and improve your career, and you'll contribute to our team culture. We value growth and community above almost all else, so we gather regularly for game nights, happy hours, tech talks, and plenty more. We think you'll like it here! Remember, Bitwise is not a cult. What We Look For Bitwise hires talented engineers who are driven by purpose and who value a culture of technical excellence, growth, and overall wellness. We deliver new and innovative intelligence solutions to our customers at the very forefront of our country's national security missions. And we do it every single day. Our work matters, and so will you. We ask that every new hire be able to: Contribute meaningful thought leadership - if not right away, over time Interact with our customers and earn their confidence in your abilities Be detailed, even if that means taking a little more time to get it right Contribute their ideas and ideals to improve all aspects of our company Allow us to invest in their education so we both grow together Know and live our core values every single day About this Role This is a rare opportunity to work at the cutting edge of national security - building and deploying tools that actually get used, in the field, within weeks of delivery. As a Software Engineer and Reverse Engineer on this program, you'll be embedded in a fast-paced, agile environment where your work directly supports a mission that matters. You'll work alongside analysts, data scientists, and fellow software engineers to develop sophisticated security tools, reverse engineer network traffic and web applications, and automate complex operational workflows. The team you're joining operates within a CNO tradecraft product group that prizes speed, ingenuity, and impact - so if you're the kind of engineer who thrives on seeing your work deployed and making a difference fast, you'll fit right in. Day to day, you can expect to: Develop production-grade Python applications that automate analysis and operational workflows Reverse engineer network traffic and web applications to understand and expose their inner workings Engage directly with customers to gather requirements and validate that what you're building actually solves their problems Coordinate with a team of software developers to incorporate new technologies and leverage shared libraries Manage dataflow and formatting to integrate your tools into existing client systems Requirements 12 years of experience with a B.S. in a related field, or 10 years with an M.S. - 4 years of additional software engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree Production-grade software development experience in Python Familiarity with HTTP, HTML, JavaScript, and other common web technologies and traffic patterns Hands-on experience using tools like Burp Suite, browser developer tools, or Wireshark to monitor and analyze network communications Experience with service containerization and deployment using Docker and/or Kubernetes Familiarity with Git/GitLab for version control and collaboration Familiarity with AI-assisted code development tools such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar Experience working within Atlassian tools, including Jira and Confluence Preferred Skills Experience prototyping web applications using JavaScript Experience analyzing cybersecurity-related data sets, including network traffic and 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 protocols Ability to design and maintain GitLab CI/CD automated build pipelines Benefits at Bitwise Top salaries because we're top performers Pick your PTO - Everyone values time and money differently, so we give you the flexibility to choose between 3 and 5 weeks of PTO with a corresponding adjustment to your pay. Your choice, your balance. All 11 federal holidays, paid! Up to 2 snow days, paid! We'll quadruple (4x!) the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k), giving you up to a 24% company match. Contributing less than 6%? Unclaimed matches come right back to you as extra income, giving you a guaranteed 24% that goes to your retirement, to your paycheck, or both. C'mon now! 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. That's a lot. Already covered on health insurance? No problem - we'll trade you this benefit for a boost to your salary instead. $5,250 annual education assistance for training, certifications, tuition, and even student loan repayments. Spot bonuses for obtained certifications, customer recognition, and just about anything else that makes us go "Hot damn!". We hope to say that many times about you. Salary Range $287,500 - $338,000 This range includes our flex income and depends upon your annual work hours. Salary is determined on an individual basis following the interview process and considering various factors such as years of experience, skills, education, and certifications. What to Expect After Applying You'll get an email from us right away to acknowledge your application. After that, we'll: Send over additional company materials for you to review Schedule a video call to talk about you, our company, and your place in it Craft a delightful offer package for you and record a video walkthrough Work closely with you through onboarding. We'll keep it joyful and easy. Disclaimers Bitwise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Compensation for this position, including all compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please reach out to us. Last updated: 7/20/26