Job Description
STR is hiring a Senior Reverse Engineer who has a passion for research and analysis of vulnerabilities in cyber physical systems. Work must be performed onsite.
What you’ll do:
- Reverse engineering complex software or firmware targets ranging from typical Windows/Linux binaries to embedded firmware running non-traditional computer architectures and operating systems
- Developing and applying automated reverse engineering and binary analysis tools to characterize protocols interfaces and functionality of target systems
- Working in multi-discipline teams to develop innovative offensive cyber solutions to challenging problems from a wide variety of technologies
- Performing vulnerability weaponization exploit development payload development and exploit mitigation on a variety of challenging targets
- Documenting demonstrating and presenting research
- Solving real world problems that have an impact on national security
Who you are:
- This position requires the ability to obtain an Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance for which U.S. citizenship is needed by the U.S. Government
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Cybersecurity or related field plus a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
(MS or PhD with equivalent work experience may also be considered) - Experience with binary analysis of software/firmware
- Experience with disassembly tools such as IDA Pro Binary Ninja or Ghidra
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages: C/C++ Python etc.
- Proficiency in one or more Assembly Languages: x86 ARM etc.
- General understanding of reverse engineering fundamentals: memory layout calling conventions etc.
Nice to haves:
- Vulnerability research and analysis
- Knowledge of weaponizing discovered vulnerabilities into exploits
- Implant or software patch development
- Familiarity with binary emulation or vulnerability research including tools such as QEMU or AFL++
- Experience with DSP architectures such as Texas Instruments STMicroelectronics NXP or Analog Devices.
- Knowledge of operating system internals including memory/process/thread management
- Embedded systems or firmware analysis
- Experience development custom emulation tools to enable dynamic analysis
- Disassembler/decompiler module development
- Experience analyzing and reconstructing code/data flow
- Automated reverse engineering or software analysis tool development
- Experience debugging software without source code
- Knowledge of binary file structures and formats
- Experience analyzing protocols or message structures
- Knowledge of anti-reverse engineering techniques
- Knowledge of intrusion detection and anti-malware systems and techniques
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $134000 - $184000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors such as but not limited to the candidate’s experience education training key skills/critical skills security clearances and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston MA Arlington VA near Dayton OH Melbourne FL and Carlsbad CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense intelligence and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors radar sonar communications and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people culture and attitude along with their unique set of skills experiences and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race color religion sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) marital status national origin age veteran status disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Cybersecurity or related field
- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
- Experience with binary analysis of software/firmware
- Experience with disassembly tools such as IDA Pro Binary Ninja or Ghidra
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages: C/C++ Python
- Proficiency in one or more Assembly Languages: x86 ARM
- General understanding of reverse engineering fundamentals
What the Team is Saying
STR Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Health coverage is described as “great” across medical dental and vision for employees and families. Feedback suggests core healthcare is a defining strength of the package.
- Retirement Support—Retirement support features a “generous 401k matching” alongside long‑term savings elements. Feedback suggests these offerings bolster financial security beyond base pay.
- Flexible Benefits—Flexible schedules and “meeting‑free Fridays” are emphasized to support balance. Feedback suggests day‑to‑day flexibility is a tangible part of the total rewards.
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What We Do
STR makes the world a safer place by developing technology and applying it to solve emerging national security challenges.
Why Work With Us
We believe in a people-first culture. Yes we are scientists engineers and researchers but first we are people. Our environment is designed to foster innovation by encouraging our employees to work collaboratively on things they are passionate about. We also really like to have fun. We believe that working hard and playing hard go hand in hand.
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Date Posted
05/16/2026
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