Sr. Software Developer - CNO Developer

Senior Software / CNO Developer Columbia, Maryland Job Description X8 is seeking a Senior Software / CNO Developer to provide embedded operations support, capability integration, and rapid prototyping for mission-critical cyber operations. This role collaborates with headquarters and local customers developing and integrate cutting-edge Computer Network Operations (CNO) tools. The ideal candidate brings deep software-development experience, strong low-level programming skills, and the ability to independently research software and device vulnerabilities, document findings, and rapidly develop prototype demonstrations in classified mission environments. What You'll Be Doing Provide embedded operations support, capability integration, and rapid prototyping in support of the customer mission.Collaborate with headquarters and local customers to develop and integrate cutting-edge CNO tools.Conduct independent research into software and device vulnerabilities.Document technical findings and present results to mission and technical stakeholders.Develop software prototype demonstrations to evaluate and communicate new capabilities. What Required Skills You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in a related discipline with 10+ years of relevant experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, OR a Master's degree with 7+ years of relevant experience.Experience with software development, reverse engineering, vulnerability analysis, cybersecurity, AI/ML, cloud computing, and/or full-stack development.Hands-on software development experience using C/C++ and Python.Assembly-language experience on any platform or processor. What Desired Skills You'll Bring Experience with C/C++, Java, Python, scripting languages, and Assembly; Linux, Windows, and mobile platforms; x86, ARM, or MIPS architectures; and CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, or another DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification. WHY JOIN X8? Influence mission-impacting decisions in cyber and national defense.Operate in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with high visibility and autonomy.Direct impact on company trajectory and market expansion.Competitive salary and benefits. MINIMUM CLEARANCE REQUIRED Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph is required. Compensation Competitive Salary (depending on education and experience)Bonus potential401K Match - 10%Paid time off - 24 PTO Days, 13 HolidayMedical Benefits - 100% Employee, 80% Dependent, $1000 company paid HSA Contribution