👋🏼 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

As a Mobile Reverse Engineer & Vulnerability Researcher, you will analyze, reverse engineer, and assess mobile applications, SDKs, and operating systems in support of mission-driven cyber efforts. You will work at the intersection of offensive security, low-level software analysis, and application development, helping identify weaknesses, understand platform internals, and build capabilities that operate in complex mobile environments.

This role requires deep technical curiosity, strong debugging skills, and the ability to operate independently in dynamic mission spaces. You may focus on Android, iOS, or both, and your work may span application-layer analysis through operating system and native library research.

You will collaborate closely with operators, analysts, and other engineers to translate mission needs into technical solutions and actionable research outcomes.

Responsibilities will include:

• Maintain an active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Candidates without a current clearance will not be considered.
• Reverse engineer mobile applications, SDKs, and supporting libraries
• Perform static and dynamic analysis of Android and/or iOS applications
• Conduct vulnerability research across mobile platforms
• Develop proof-of-concept exploits and supporting tooling
• Debug and analyze application behavior using instrumentation frameworks
• Identify security weaknesses in mobile applications, APIs, and network interactions
• Develop scripts and tools to automate analysis workflows
• Document findings clearly for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Support integration of developed capabilities into operational environments

📋 Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Experience with mobile application development or low-level mobile analysis
• Strong programming skills in one or more of the following: Java, Kotlin, Swift, Objective-C, Python, C/C++
• Experience using reverse engineering and analysis tools (e.g., Ghidra, IDA Pro, Frida, Jadx, Hopper, or similar)
• Understanding of mobile operating system architecture (Android and/or iOS)
• Familiarity with debugging tools and runtime instrumentation techniques
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals and mobile application communication patterns
• Ability to operate independently and solve complex technical problems
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🌟 Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with cloud-backed mobile services and API security
• Experience supporting production CNO capabilities and operations
• Knowledge of end-to-end SIGINT collection and analysis systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

🏝️ 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. 🔥

💰 Salary Range

Junior: $115k - $165k
Mid-Level: $150k - $250k
Senior: $225k - $315k
These ranges include our flex income and depend upon your annual work hours.

Salary is determined on an individual basis following the interview process and considering various factors such as years of experience, skills, education, and certifications.

🛎️ 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 send an email to hiring@bitwise.tech   #CJ