Software Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for software development activities both individually and as a member of a team, including writing, testing, debugging, and maintaining source code within an Agile environment.

Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, data scientists, product owners, and other technical stakeholders to translate requirements into working software.

Work within Agile/Scrum development environments and participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical design discussions.

Participate throughout the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality software applications and services.

Develop software using modern programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, C++, C#, or similar technologies.

Develop automated unit, integration, and system tests to ensure software quality and reliability.

Utilize modern DevOps and CI/CD practices to automate software builds, testing, deployment, and monitoring.

Troubleshoot complex software issues and continuously improve application performance, scalability, maintainability, and security.

Evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, reliability, security, and performance

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline with relevant professional software development experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

2+ years of relevant experience or a Master’s Degree

Fluent in English (both verbal and written) to effectively collaborate with team members and present reports and status.

Professional experience developing software using one or more modern programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, C++, or C#.

Experience with object-oriented programming, software design principles, algorithms, data structures, and source control tools such as Git.

Experience developing or integrating APIs, web services, microservices, or distributed applications.

Experience with modern software development methodologies and the SDLC.

Experience with Linux environments (Red Hat), virtual machines, and hypervisors

Familiarity with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.

Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.

Understanding of cloud-based application development using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.

Exposure to or experience with AI/ML, Generative AI, LLMs, or AI-enabled application development.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in the aviation industry or a similar high-tech field is a plus.

Experience working in a global or multicultural environment is a plus

Experience developing cloud-native applications and working with cloud-based AI services.

Experience developing software in highly secure, regulated, mission-critical, or enterprise environments.

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Original Posting

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range -

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay And Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.