user avatar

Principal Software Engineer - 25k Sign on Bonus

Leidos

Today
Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
IT - Software
Columbia, MD (On-Site/Office)

R-00159006

Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA).  Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more.  Join us and make a difference in National Security!  

This position is eligible for a $25,000 sign on bonus!

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to design, develop, and enhance complex software systems, including high-performance analytics, large-scale data processing, real-time applications, and business management systems. You will apply advanced methodologies, resolve technical challenges, and ensure software meets performance and functional standards.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Analyze user requirements to design, develop, and optimize software solutions
  • Debug, enhance, and resolve issues in software applications to improve efficiency
  • Develop and implement algorithms to optimize system performance and functionality
  • Design and implement efficient database queries and repository solutions
  • Develop and execute test procedures to validate software functionality and performance
  • Enhance software documentation and improve development processes with strategic recommendations
  • Lead and collaborate on software projects to drive innovation


Basic Qualifications
  • Twenty (20) years’ experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
  • Must have experience with Java development
  • Clearance Required:  Must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.


Preferred Qualifications
  • C++, JBoss
  • AWS Certification
  • Git, Linux, Jira, Confluence, Eclipse
  • Stream-based processing frameworks
  • Oracle, SQL, NoSQL databases
  • Agile Scrum
  • JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS
  • React or similar libraries (Vue, Angular)
  • Automated test technologies
  • JMS
  • Consuming and creating REST APIs and WebSockets


CONMD

CSSRC
Original Posting: May 8, 2025
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 $148,850.00 - $269,075.00

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.
group id: SCNCAPI2

Introducing the Next Level of Leidos

job ad image
Find Leidos on Social Media
Network Employers
no recruiters

doesn't have any Employers yet. Check back later.

user avatar
About Us
Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.7 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
job ad2 image

Leidos Jobs


Job Category
IT - Software
Clearance Level
Top Secret/SCI
Employer
Leidos