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Android CNO Software Engineer

Location: Chantilly, VA
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Required
Employment Type: Full-Time

About REDLattice

At REDLattice, we are a global leader in delivering cutting-edge technical cybersecurity products and services. We are driven by mission-critical and innovative work that directly contributes to protecting our nations and strategic partners most vital infrastructure. Our teams develop advanced cyber capabilities, forensic solutions, and technical analysis tools that support law enforcement, defense, and national security operations. With offices in Northern Virginia, Melbourne, Florida, Tel Aviv, Israel, and other strategic locations, REDLattice is growing rapidly to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Position Summary

REDLattice is seeking an Android CNO Software Engineer to support the development of advanced cyber capabilities for mission-critical national security programs. The ideal candidate will have experience developing Android software, conducting vulnerability research, reverse engineering native binaries, and building custom capabilities in support of offensive cyber operations.

In this role, you'll work as part of a highly collaborative engineering team tackling complex technical challenges across Android platform internals, vulnerability research, exploit development, and reverse engineering. Engineers at REDLattice have the opportunity to make a direct impact, take ownership of challenging technical work, and collaborate with some of the industry's most respected cyber professionals developing next-generation mission capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy custom CNO capabilities for the Android platform.
• Develop, test, and debug in C, C++, Python, and Android NDK environments.
• Conduct exploit development, vulnerability research, and PoC creation.
• Debug at kernel and user-space layers (gdb, LLDB, JNI, V8, Mojo).
• Reverse engineer native binaries and Android system components.
• Work with kernel subsystems, OS internals, and mobile security mechanisms.
• Perform application research and behavioral analysis.
• Trace execution with low-level tooling to isolate and resolve issues.
• Produce documentation for operational use and sustainment.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with mission operators.

Required Experience

• Advanced development in C, C++, Python, and Android NDK.
• Exploit development and memory corruption techniques.
• Kernel-level debugging (gdb) and internals knowledge.
• UNIX/Linux internals and system-level engineering.
• Network socket programming and protocol analysis.
• Reverse engineering tools including IDA Pro, Ghidra, gdb, LLDB, and Frida.
• Security protections (ASLR, DEP/NX, sandboxing) and bypass techniques.
• Experience with Git/Bitbucket.

Desired Experience

• Hooking and instrumentation (e.g., Frida).
• ARM or related architecture assembly.
• Mobile vulnerability research and exploit chaining.
• SELinux, sandboxing, and kernel hardening familiarity.
• Offensive tool development and mission support experience.
• Ability to operate autonomously in a high-tempo environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a highly technical team.

Why Join REDLattice?

• Work on mission-driven technology supporting critical law enforcement and national security missions.
• Join small, highly collaborative engineering teams where your contributions have a direct impact.
• Solve complex engineering challenges across advanced cyber platforms and technologies.
• Collaborate with experienced cyber engineers developing next-generation mission capabilities.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge cyber research, capability development, and emerging technologies.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

REDLattice is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Join us at REDLattice and help shape the future of cyber innovation and national security. Apply today.