Android CNO Developer

Job Description

Android CNO Developer

Location Chantilly VA

At REDLattice, we engineer capabilities at the edge of offensive cyber, vulnerability research, and low-level system development. Our mission is to deliver highly specialized CNO solutions that protect national security and support forward-leaning mission partners around the world. With locations in Northern Virginia, Melbourne, Florida, Tel Aviv, and beyond, REDLattice is rapidly scaling to meet evolving mission needs.

We are seeking an Android CNO Developer with deep technical and exploitation expertise to build custom capabilities, research advanced mobile security challenges, and support real-world operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex technical problems, innovating at speed, and working closely with mission users.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deploy custom CNO capabilities for the Android platform

Develop, test, and debug in C, C++, Python, and Android NDK environments

Conduct exploit development, vulnerability research, and PoC creation

Debug at kernel and user-space layers (gdb, LLDB, JNI, V8, Mojo)

Reverse engineer native binaries and Android system components

Work with kernel subsystems, OS internals, and mobile security mechanisms

Perform application research and behavioral analysis

Trace execution with low-level tooling to isolate and resolve issues

Produce documentation for operational use and sustainment

Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with mission operators

Required Experience

Advanced development in C, C++, Python, NDK

Exploit development and memory corruption techniques

Kernel-level debugging (gdb) and low-level internals knowledge

UNIX/Linux internals and system-level engineering

Network socket programming & protocol analysis

Reverse engineering tools: IDA Pro, Ghidra, gdb, LLDB, Frida

Security protections (ASLR, DEP/NX, sandboxing) and bypass techniques

Experience with Git/GitLab

Desired Experience

Hooking & instrumentation (e.g., Frida)

ARM or related architecture assembly

Mobile vulnerability research & exploit chaining

SELinux, sandboxing, kernel hardening familiarity

Offensive tool development & mission support experience

Ability to operate autonomously in high-tempo environments

Security Clearance

Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

Polygraph required (or ability to obtain/maintain)

Why Join REDLattice?

Work on mission-driven technology at the cutting edge of cybersecurity and national defense

Join a passionate, elite team of innovators and problem-solvers

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for career growth and leadership development

Be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

REDLattice is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.

Full-time