Senior 5G/Mobile Sofware Engineer

About Revelare Networks
Revelare Networks is a small defense contractor headquartered in Maryland, with a geographically distributed team across the United States. We specialize in securing Department of Defense (DoD) communications against sophisticated adversaries. Our projects range from hands-on hardware security to advanced software development, focused on research, development, and innovation in the defense industry. 

Position Overview 
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Research Engineer to support our R&D contracts with the DoD. The ideal candidate will have experience in multi-platform (e.g., Android, iOS, Linux) app software development, and knowledge of the 5G system architecture, combined with an interest in contributing to cutting-edge defense and security projects. This position offers exposure to multi-disciplinary engineering efforts, working alongside teams of experts and researchers tackling challenging, high-impact problems. Salary range $140-$180K or commensurate with experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and development activities focused on improving cellular communication security.
• Implement and evolve critical mobile software, including underlying C libraries and surrounding software ecosystem.
• Develop new and evolve existing software applications using C/C++, Python, and Kotlin.
• Create and manage REST APIs for seamless integration of services.
• Utilize Docker and Linux environments for application deployment and management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and test innovative solutions.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (green card holder) residing in the U.S. as required by customer contract.
• BS or post-graduate degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficiency in programming languages including C/C++, Python, and Kotlin.
• Experience building networked, multithreaded, and/or concurrent systems and applications.
• Experience with Linux OS (Linux kernel experience is greatly valued).
• Familiarity with system design and cybersecurity principles.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and their implementation.
• Comfortable working in Docker and Linux environments.
• A passion for advancing technology and contributing to national security initiatives.

Preferred Candidates will also have some or all of the following qualifications:

• Experience with deploying mobile 5G/LTE network (at least in lab environment).
• Experience with multi-platform mobile app development preferred, Compose Multi-Platform.
• Experience with network protocols and tracing utilities (socket programming, TCP/UDP/IP, Wireshark, eBPF, etc.).
• Knowledge of 5G core network architecture and protocols (NAS, NGAP and SCTP in particular).

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Generous Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home