Job Description

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Bitwise is a leading provider of mission-focused intelligence solutions that advance national security for the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. We're a small and growing company, so you can expect to hop in on the ground floor with us and be a consequential member of the team. You'll be more than a contract performer for us – you’ll also be asked for ideas to improve our company and improve your career, and you’ll contribute to our team culture. We value growth and community above almost all else, so we gather regularly for game nights, happy hours, tech talks, and plenty more. We think you’ll like it here!

But remember, Bitwise is not a cult.

What We Look For

Bitwise hires talented engineers who are driven by purpose and who value a culture of technical excellence, growth, and overall wellness. We deliver new and innovative intelligence solutions to our customers at the very forefront of our country’s national security missions. And we do it every single day. Our work matters, and so will you.
We ask that every new hire be able to:

• Contribute meaningful thought leadership — if not right away, over time
• Interact with our customers and earn their confidence in your abilities
• Be detailed, even if that means taking a little more time to get it right
• Contribute their ideas and ideals to improve all aspects of our company
• Allow us to invest in their education so we both grow together
• Know and live our core values every single day

About this Role

Join a high-impact, mission-driven team as a Sr. Application Developer supporting a mature and well-established technical organization. Our team of Analysts and Engineers is driven by mission impact—developing custom tools that boost efficiency and enable rapid iteration for our operations users. There's real satisfaction in watching your tools deliver results in real time. This flagship program spans traditional software disciplines, including Systems Design and Engineering, Database Administration, Data Science and Knowledge Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Integration and Test, and Operations and Systems Support. It’s a dynamic and innovative environment that encourages meaningful engagement and unique collaboration with users, policy makers, and mission leadership—all grounded in a strong service ethos. If you thrive in a collaborative setting and enjoy working with a wide range of technologies, this opportunity is made for you!

Your contributions are… 

• Augment existing toolsets
• Derive, document, and analyze requirements
• Build prototypes to demonstrate understanding of mission requirements
• Produce end toolsets that can operate within mission constraints
• Work with customer leadership to build relationships, enabling and improving mission success

 Requirements

• Experience developing software in Linux/Windows/Embedded applications
• Strong experience with reverse engineering, specifically with Ghidra
• Experience reverse engineering a myriad of architectures and ecosystems, such as Windows, Linux, VxWorks, MIPS, and ARM
• Ability to turn reverse engineering knowledge into succinct information for stakeholders, both technical and non-technical
• Ability to produce and modify software systems in C/C++/Python given little to no documentation
• Experience providing support for fielded software systems, including updates and working with users to create requirements
• Experience with Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence)
• Familiarity with Git and Subversion
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and twelve (12) years’ experience OR 
• Four (4) additional year's of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
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Preferred Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in data wrangling using Apache NiFi or similar tools.
• Experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda).
• Scripting proficiency in Python, Groovy, and/or Bash.
• Exposure to AI/ML technologies or workflows, particularly for data enrichment or analysis.
• Frontend development experience with modern JavaScript and a GUI framework like Vue.js.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins) and automated testing (e.g., JUnit).
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of DevOps tools such as Packer, Terraform, and Ansible.
• Experience with production CNO capabilities and operations.

️ Benefits at Bitwise

• Top salaries because we're top performers
• Pick your PTO – Everyone values time and money differently, so we give you the flexibility to choose between 3 and 5 weeks of PTO with a corresponding adjustment to your pay. Your choice, your balance.
• All 11 federal holidays, paid!
• Up to 2 snow days, paid!
• We’ll quadruple (4x!) the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k), giving you up to a 24% company match. Contributing less than 6%? Unclaimed matches come right back to you as extra income, giving you a guaranteed 24% that goes to your retirement, to your paycheck, or both. C’mon now!
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances. That’s a lot. Already covered on health insurance? No problem – we’ll trade you this benefit for a boost to your salary instead.
• $5,250 annual education assistance for training, certifications, tuition, and even student loan repayments.
• Spot bonuses for obtained certifications, customer recognition, and just about anything else that makes us go "Hot damn!". We hope to say that many times about you.

Pay Range

This position is hourly. We estimate you'll earn between $200,000 and $275,000 annually, including our flex income, depending upon your annual work hours.

 ️ What to expect after applying

You'll get an email from us right away to acknowledge your application. After that, we'll:

• Send over additional company materials for you to review
• Schedule a video call to talk about you, our company, and your place in it
• Craft a delightful offer package for you and record a video walkthrough
• Work closely with you through onboarding. We’ll keep it joyful and easy.

ℹ️ Disclaimers

Bitwise is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Compensation for this position, including all compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process.

If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our excellent Head of Growth and Talent Acquisition, Janine Hunter, at janine.hunter@bitwise.tech for assistance.

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