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Software Developer - iOS - Junior with Security Clearance

ACKtive Engineering Solutions LLCColumbia, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 12 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your native iOS development skills while contributing to critical national security missions alongside expert mentors. If you are a proactive developer with an active TS/SCI clearance and a passion for innovative problem-solving, you will thrive in this integrated, on-site team environment. Apply today to leverage your talents and advance your career in a meaningful way.

Quick Overview

Work Type
On Site
Schedule
Employee
Level
Junior

Job Description

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Vision insurance

About the Role: ACKtive Engineering Solutions LLC is looking for a talented iOS Software Developer. If you are passionate about native iOS development, then we want to hear from you! This position requires a US citizenship AND an active clearance.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and analyze native iOS applications in support of a critical customer mission
  • Apply CNO skills and creativity to discover and implement novel solutions
  • Work on-site at a customer facility, fully integrated into a small, expert team
  • Collaborate with senior subject matter experts and leverage their mentorship to expand your skills
  • Contribute to efforts that directly enhance national security and protect critical systems
Requirements:
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • 1+ years of professional experience in software engineering with a focus on iOS development
  • Demonstrated experience with native iOS development and/or analysis
  • Experience with embedded development
  • Experience with vulnerability research (e.g., exploit development, fuzzing, or security analysis of embedded systems)
  • Familiarity with common RE tools and environments (e.g., IDA Pro, Ghidra, binary analysis platforms)

About Us: ACKtive Engineering Solutions is a minority-owned, disadvantaged business dedicated to providing specialized engineering and consulting services throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. Our expertise spans Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, System Engineering, and related fields. With a single-tier management model, we effectively minimize overhead costs and maintain strong connections among our employees, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

ACKtive Benefits:

  • Hourly pay means you are in control of your pay and leave.
  • 5% 401K company contribution - No employee contribution required!
  • Up to a 15.75% 401K profit sharing company contribution after the calendar year ends
  • Immediate vesting in 401K
  • 56 hours of paid time off (vacation and sick)
  • Health plans through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) with a $100/month company contribution
  • Have a question? Don't see a benefit listed? Contact us! We'd love to fill in the blanks or improve our benefits to better fit our team members. Flexible Time off, Hourly Pay:
We believe flexibility and fair compensation go hand in hand. Our team is paid a competitive hourly rate, ensuring you're compensated for every hour you work. In addition to your high hourly pay, you'll receive 56 hours of paid time off (PTO) each year. Beyond your PTO, you may take additional unpaid time off as needed, provided your time away aligns with customer mission requirements and is approved in advance. This approach allows you to enjoy greater control over your schedule while earning industry-leading pay.

Total Compensation:
$179,774.76 - $184,353.60 Compensation: $143,520.00 - $147,200.00 per year

Skills

Embedded Systems
iOS

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