Cellular Systems Software Engineer with Security Clearance, Woodsong Technologies, LLC, Columbia, MD
Woodsong Technologies, LLC -
Columbia, MD,
US
Cellular Systems Software Engineer with Security Clearance
Date Posted: 2024-06-05
Job description
About Woodsong Technologies:
At Woodsong Technologies (WT), we are driven by innovation, experience, commitment, and integrity. We believe that applying these values allows both you and WT to succeed in what we do. WT values your education, skills, and experience, and while you re at WT, we strive to help you develop your career and support endeavors that could encourage your growth. Position Overview:
WT is looking for a Cellular Systems Software Engineer with expertise in cellular and embedded systems development environments. This role requires a self-motivated learner, who can work individually or as part of a team to design, develop, test, and deploy cellular transceivers and protocols on embedded systems. Having knowledge of and/or ability to rapidly learn wireless communications, protocols, exploits, and vulnerabilities will be critical to designing and evaluating operational systems. Location: Columbia, MD Required Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Full-Scope Poly Qualifications:
Ten (10) years experience in software/firmware design and development Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited college or university. An appropriate Master degree may be substituted for 2 of the required years of experience. Capabilities:
Cellular systems, generational technologies (e.g., 2G/3G/4G/5G) and standards (e.g., GSM, UMTS, CDMA2000, LTE, WiMAX, 5G NR)
Use of cellular networks for data connectivity (e.g., wireless sensor networks, Cellular IoT)
Advanced programming in ARM architecture. Preferably one or more of the following languages: C, C++, Rust, Python, Javascript
Hardware design, preferably including: COTS hardware and configurations, System-on-Chip ARM architecture, radio design concepts, SDRs, and antenna design
Secure system design and implementation (e.g., cellular transport encryption, FDE)
Cellular identity (e.g., SIM/e-SIM) architectures
Perform Layer 1 wireless communications analysis to evaluate vulnerabilities.
Use of GPS simulation for building test environments
Embedded Linux distributions (e.g., OpenWRT), boot environments and utilities (e.g., U-Boot, Barebox, BusyBox), process and system manipulation (e.g., ps, nice, init, systemd), and networking/dataflow tools (e.g., nmap, netcat/socat/ncat, tcpdump).
Test: Authoring test plans, executing unit tests, documenting results, and penetration testing
Version control systems (e.g., SVN, Git).
Ticketing / task tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
Leading a team Benefits of Working at WT:
Small Business Agile and Competitive 15% 401(k) Contribution
Exceptional Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life, AD&D, and Disability (Short- and Long-Term) Insurance
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
Flexible Work Schedules Woodsong Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy extends equal opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to the principles of fair employment and providing a workplace free from discrimination and/or harassment.
At Woodsong Technologies (WT), we are driven by innovation, experience, commitment, and integrity. We believe that applying these values allows both you and WT to succeed in what we do. WT values your education, skills, and experience, and while you re at WT, we strive to help you develop your career and support endeavors that could encourage your growth. Position Overview:
WT is looking for a Cellular Systems Software Engineer with expertise in cellular and embedded systems development environments. This role requires a self-motivated learner, who can work individually or as part of a team to design, develop, test, and deploy cellular transceivers and protocols on embedded systems. Having knowledge of and/or ability to rapidly learn wireless communications, protocols, exploits, and vulnerabilities will be critical to designing and evaluating operational systems. Location: Columbia, MD Required Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Full-Scope Poly Qualifications:
Ten (10) years experience in software/firmware design and development Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or related discipline from an accredited college or university. An appropriate Master degree may be substituted for 2 of the required years of experience. Capabilities:
Cellular systems, generational technologies (e.g., 2G/3G/4G/5G) and standards (e.g., GSM, UMTS, CDMA2000, LTE, WiMAX, 5G NR)
Use of cellular networks for data connectivity (e.g., wireless sensor networks, Cellular IoT)
Advanced programming in ARM architecture. Preferably one or more of the following languages: C, C++, Rust, Python, Javascript
Hardware design, preferably including: COTS hardware and configurations, System-on-Chip ARM architecture, radio design concepts, SDRs, and antenna design
Secure system design and implementation (e.g., cellular transport encryption, FDE)
Cellular identity (e.g., SIM/e-SIM) architectures
Perform Layer 1 wireless communications analysis to evaluate vulnerabilities.
Use of GPS simulation for building test environments
Embedded Linux distributions (e.g., OpenWRT), boot environments and utilities (e.g., U-Boot, Barebox, BusyBox), process and system manipulation (e.g., ps, nice, init, systemd), and networking/dataflow tools (e.g., nmap, netcat/socat/ncat, tcpdump).
Test: Authoring test plans, executing unit tests, documenting results, and penetration testing
Version control systems (e.g., SVN, Git).
Ticketing / task tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
Leading a team Benefits of Working at WT:
Small Business Agile and Competitive 15% 401(k) Contribution
Exceptional Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life, AD&D, and Disability (Short- and Long-Term) Insurance
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
Flexible Work Schedules Woodsong Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy extends equal opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to the principles of fair employment and providing a workplace free from discrimination and/or harassment.