Software Engineer with Security Clearance - Columbus, OH, United States - Kudu Dynamics, LLC

    Kudu Dynamics, LLC
    Kudu Dynamics, LLC Columbus, OH, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Software Engineer - Job Description Who We Are: Kudu Dynamics was forged out of a decade of experience in computer network operations and staffed with talent who have built, overseen, and enhanced capabilities through out the entire USG arsenal
    Our team of hackers and engineers has experience spanning centuries of research, development, and operations missions across desktop, mobile, IoT, and embedded platforms
    Hackers of more than just engineering domains, we have exploited IRS regulations to become an ESOP which is effectively a not-for-profit where we legally exist for the benefit of the Kudites instead of selling our souls to Private Equity
    Kudu Dynamics is uniquely qualified to anticipate tomorrow's threats, to build the next generations of capabilities and be in it for the long game

    Full Job Description:
    Join our small team of reverse engineers and developers as we explore the guts of hypervisors, operating system kernels, and application workloads to see how they work
    Develop code in C and Python to drive the dynamic analysis of these systems
    Assess and learn about innovative third-party technologies
    Plan and execute integrations of our special sauce with these platforms to create fieldable solutions
    Members of this small, agile team creatively apply multiple skill sets to develop and deliver advanced capabilities to our customer
    This role encompasses the initial triage of systems through development and improvement of custom software solutions all the way up to automated testing of reliability for mission-critical scenarios

    Responsibilities:

    • Develop Python and C code to analyze memory and manage/communicate the results
    • Implement kernel code which runs inside Operating Systems (Linux, Windows), Hypervisors (Xen, ESXi, etc.), and other workloads
    • Design, review, and test software modules
    • Instrument code, automate tests, and perform experiments to learn how things work
    • Develop code for System-on-Chip ("SoC") platforms and highly custom embedded environments
    • Use Kanban / SAFe Agile software development methodologies

    Critically analyze, interpret, and communicate results Required Qualifications:

    • TS/SCI
    • Experience writing C/C++ and Python code to meet project deliverables
    • Knowledge of common systems administration commands and tools
    • Experience troubleshooting issues using debuggers, system logs, etc
    in common software environments


    • Experience using one or more scripting languages (Bash, Python, Ruby, etc.) to meet project deliverables
    • Real-world experience using one or more Agile software development methodologies
    Hold a degree in computer science or computer engineering or equivalent hands-on experience Preferred Qualifications:


    • Knowledge of one or more assembly languages (e.g., x86, ARM) and associated tools (e.g., IDA Pro,Volatility, Ghidra)
    • Knowledge of core Kernel / Hypervisor services: Virtual Memory, CPU Scheduling, Memory Management), etc.
    • Knowledge of one or more networking protocols such as TCP/IP, SMTP, VoIP, etc.
    • Experience with Xilinx SoC and associated tools (e.g.
    , Vitis) Benefits:


    • Stock in a company that is doing dynamic, fun, meaningful, and interesting work.
    • A flexible work schedule, with the option to work remotely most days, if that's your style.
    • Your own yearly discretionary budget to buy the things that make you happy.
    • In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer premium healthcare options, 401k matching, and an annual pass to a swim in the bonus pool.
    • We also offer four weeks of paid time off and 11 federal holidays to utilize whenever you want throughout the year.
    • Awesome, enthusiastic co-workers and a company culture that promotes a jerk- free environment.
    • Rattle the windows with the company band, participate in board game or movie nights, and help balance out the scotch vs
    bourbon ratio in the office
    Kudu provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

    Pay Range:
    $150,000 - $200,000 per year