Sr. Software Engineer; AI-Assisted Reverse Engineering Tooling Security Clearance

Position: Sr. Software Engineer (AI-Assisted Reverse Engineering Tooling) with Security Clearance
Hey! 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! 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 This Senior Software Engineer will focus on improving the tools and workflows used by reverse engineers. The role involves enabling automation and AI-assisted capabilities for reverse engineering tasks, with a focus on binary analysis, disassembly, and workflow optimization for complex software and device platforms. Responsibilities will include:
* Maintain an active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates without a current clearance will not be considered.
* Design and implement tooling enhancements to support reverse engineering workflows.
* Extend or integrate reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro and Ghidra.
* Develop automation for common reverse engineering tasks, including analysis and documentation.
* Apply AI-assisted techniques to binary analysis, annotation, and pattern identification.
* Support reverse engineering of Linux-based network devices and embedded platforms.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and address real-world reverse engineering challenges. Requirements
* Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
* Hands-on experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro or Ghidra.
* Hands-on experience with AI- or LLM-powered developer tools, including chat-based interfaces or automated coding agents.
* Strong understanding of low-level software concepts (assembly, binaries, memory, calling conventions).
* Experience developing software tools, scripts, or plugins to support analysis workflows.
* Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language commonly used in RE workflows.
* Twelve (12) years with a Bachelor's or four (4) additional years without the degree.
* Don't quite meet these requirements? Peep our other prime positions Preferred Skills
* Experience reverse engineering Linux-based network devices or embedded systems.
* Familiarity with firmware analysis, bootloaders, and networking protocols.
* Experience applying automation or AI techniques to reverse engineering tasks.
* Knowledge of Python or similar scripting languages used in RE tooling. 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,…