Software Engineer

Job Title: Cyber Software Engineer – TS/SCI Required Location: Cherry Hill, NJ (Relocation Assistance Available) Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret/SCI Overview: Cohere Technology is seeking a Cyber Software Engineer to support advanced cyber capability development in Cherry Hill, NJ. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience building secure and mission-oriented tools across Windows and Linux environments, thrives in agile teams, and is passionate about solving complex cyber challenges in support of national defense. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, and maintain secure software capabilities for cyber operations Perform low-level systems programming on both Unix/Linux and Windows platforms Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated cyber solutions Conduct reverse engineering, protocol analysis, and tool optimization Develop and execute unit and integration tests; contribute to containerized testing environments Participate in Agile development cycles including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives Leverage scripting and compiled languages (Python, C, C++, Java) for tool development Support DoD and mission-aligned stakeholders with technical implementation and guidance Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field Minimum of 1 years of experience in software development Proficient in Python, C, C++, Java Familiarity with secure coding practices, reverse engineering, and x86 assembly Experience in Agile/Scrum environments Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with tools such as Ghidra, Wireshark, XKEYSCORE, or similar Experience with custom protocol development, vulnerability analysis, or cyber toolkits Knowledge of containerization (e.g., Docker), CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing Background in training or mentoring junior developers Prior military or defense contracting experience is a plus Why Join Us: Work on impactful cyber missions that directly support national security Collaborate with technical experts in a fast-paced, agile environment Flexible relocation support and career advancement opportunities Competitive compensation and benefits package