Senior Reverse Engineer (Embedded Software)

Design and deploy secure system solutions through novel CPU design, crypto cores, purpose-built system-on-a-chip architectures and hardened operating systems. Our client’s solutions are the foundation for how military systems will remain safe and secure in the conflicts of the future.

You will:

• Deep dive into software, firmware, and hardware components to understand their architecture, functionality, and communication protocols.
• Analyze assembly language, machine code, and source code to decipher complex algorithms, uncover hidden features, and identify security flaws.
• Specialize in identifying vulnerabilities unique to embedded systems, including buffer overflows, stack vulnerabilities, and memory leaks.
• Utilize advanced development/debugging tools, e.g., C compliers, linkers, in-circuit debug, logic analyzers
• Document reverse engineering efforts and results
• Work individually and with a team to complete tasks

Your Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in embedded C programming.
• Proficient in one or more assemble languages.
• Familiarity with embedded systems architecture, microcontrollers, and real-time operating systems.
• Experience with reverse engineering tools and techniques (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra, JTAG debugging).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to find solutions.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Active TS/SCI Security Clearance
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices
• Working knowledge of applied cryptography
• Expertise using Xilinx Vivado
• Expertise in additional software programming languages, e.g. Python
• Embedded system design experience
• Operating systems experience

Intrepidus Talent Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.