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Experience with cross-platform development and build systems (CMake, Makefile) * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)

CNO Developer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$128K - $176K/yr

Experience with cross-platform development and build systems (CMake, Makefile) * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)

Full Stack Developer (PERL)

Philadelphia, PA · Remote

$55 - $60/hr

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Hands-on experience with module management (CPAN, Makefile.PL, Build.PL), secure input handling, and performance tuning. * Solid front-end proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. * Experience ...

Sr. AI Software Engineer (GPU/C++)

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$166.70 - $283.40/hr

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Familiarity with build tools (Makefile, CMake) and compilers (Clang, GCC). * Bonus: Exposure to AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX. * Bonus: Experience with embedded systems or ...

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Experience with cross-platform development and build systems (CMake, Makefile) * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)

... Makefile) Excellent analytical and debug skills Emulation experience on available platforms-Palladium, Veloce, or Zebu, including compilation, debug, performance and throughput tuning is a strong ...

Digital Verification Engineer

South San Francisco, CA · On-site

$131K - $243K/yr

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Experience in developing automation flow and scripts such as Python, Perl, Makefile, Tcl and UNIX shell * Experience with code coverage and regression setup. Preferred qualifications : * Experience ...

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How much do makefile jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for makefile in the United States is $59.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.32 and $69.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Makefile vs Build Automation Engineer?

AspectMakefileBuild Automation Engineer
Primary RoleDefines build instructions using Makefile scriptsDesigns and implements automated build systems and pipelines
Skills & CertificationsKnowledge of Make, scripting, basic programmingExperience with CI/CD tools, scripting, programming languages
Work EnvironmentSoftware development teams, primarily in development or DevOpsDevOps teams, software engineering, continuous integration environments
Industry UsageUsed by developers to automate compilation and build processesUsed by DevOps and build engineers to streamline deployment pipelines

While a Makefile is a specific file used to automate build tasks in software projects, a Build Automation Engineer is a professional responsible for designing and maintaining automated build systems. The Makefile is a tool within the broader scope of build automation, which is the core focus of a Build Automation Engineer.

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Infographic showing various Makefile job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,950 per year, or $59.1 per hour.

Senior CNO Developer

MANTECH

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago


ManTech rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 245 rated software companies


Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior CNO Developer to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Develop custom cyberspace capabilities based on operational requirements and vulnerability research findings
  • Write, test, and maintain code for operational tools, exploits, post-exploitation frameworks, and automation systems, implementing operational security (OPSEC) controls in capability design including anti-analysis, evasion, and attribution management
  • Collaborate with vulnerability researchers to weaponize discovered vulnerabilities into operational capabilities and integrate capabilities with existing operational infrastructure, data pipelines, and deployment systems
  • Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and operational validation of developed capabilities and work with infrastructure developers to ensure capabilities deploy reliably across cloud and traditional environments
  • Refactor and maintain legacy capabilities to address target environment changes and operational feedback
  • Document capability functionality, usage, limitations, and OPSEC considerations for operators
  • Participate in operational readiness exercises and capability demonstrations

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree and 9+ years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 13+ years of experience OR Associate’s degree and 11+ years of experience OR Master’s Degree and 7+ years, OR a PhD with 5+ years of progressively responsible experience.
  • 3+ years software development experience, preferably in offensive / defensive cyberspace operations
  • Expert proficiency in compiled languages (C, C++, Rust, or Go)
  • Strong proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
  • Demonstrated experience developing capabilities for Windows and Linux target environments
  • Understanding of exploitation techniques and post-exploitation workflows
  • Familiarity with operational security considerations in capability development (evasion, anti-forensics, attribution)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience developing capabilities for MacOS, mobile (iOS, Android), or embedded platforms
  • Knowledge of containerization and capability packaging (Docker)
  • Understanding of encryption protocols and cryptographic implementations
  • Experience with cross-platform development and build systems (CMake, Makefile)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience).  Previous work supporting CNO / OC missions

Clearance Requirements:

  • An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery.
  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations.
  • Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

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