Software Engineer

CACI•Florham Park, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Software Engineer to design and develop advanced cyber capabilities that strengthen national security. In this role, you'll work across real ‑time embedded systems, network technologies, and mission ‑critical cybersecurity solutions. You’ll collaborate with engineers, analysts, and customers to solve complex technical challenges, perform deep ‑dive research, and build innovative tools that address emerging cyber threats.

Requirements

5+ years of software development experience using C, C++, Python, or similar languages
Hands ‑on Linux experience (boot, kernel, and user ‑space layers)
Demonstrated competency with at least one assembly language: MIPS, x86, PowerPC, or ARM
Solid understanding of IP networking concepts and telecommunications systems
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline
Must be a US Citizen and the ability to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Active TS/SCI clearance strongly preferred
Knowledge of cybersecurity, vulnerability analysis, and modern network technologies (IP, wireless, optical)
Ethical hacking experience and familiarity with reverse engineering tools
Experience with embedded system software development
Ability to apply multiple assembly languages across diverse architectures

Responsibilities

Design, development, and testing of real ‑time embedded and application ‑level software for networked systems
Develop advanced security analysis tools, vulnerability research workflows, and software‑hardening techniques
Conduct reverse engineering across Windows, Linux, mobile, and embedded platforms
Serve as a subject matter expert in key network technologies (IP/MPLS, 4G/5G, optical transport, and related areas)
Analyze and evaluate security strengths and weaknesses across diverse systems and technologies
Shape system requirements and technical direction through direct collaboration with customers
Contribute to team technical leadership