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Leidos · 3 weeks ago

Software Engineer (Tactical Decision Aids – Production & Integration)

Bethesda, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $126K/yr

3+ years exp

Leidos is a technology leader serving government and commercial customers, and they are seeking a Software Engineer for their High Fidelity Simulation Business Area. In this role, you will develop advanced sonar tactical decision aids that support the U.S. Navy, working with state-of-the-art technologies in a collaborative team environment.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and enhance Tactical Signature Guidance (TSG) systems , including sonar TDAs across multiple code baselines

Troubleshoot and resolve complex software challenges while contributing innovative solutions

Learn and apply new programming languages and technologies , with mentorship and support from experienced teammates

Occasionally support hardware system configuration and build-out , gaining exposure to full system integration

Work collaboratively in an agile team environment supporting a large-scale program

Own and deliver software solutions in Java, C++ , and other modern languages

Learn and apply new technologies (e.g., Angular, Rust, Scala) to meet evolving needs

Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues with efficient solutions

Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and support urgent requests when needed

Communicate clearly with teammates, stakeholders, and leadership

Travel occasionally to Manassas, VA for integration and team collaboration

Qualification

JavaC++Service-oriented architecture (SOA)AngularRustScalaProduction applicationsAgile team environmentTroubleshootingSecurity clearanceIAT Level I certificationCommunication skillsMentorship

Required

At least 3 years of hands-on professional experience developing, maintaining, and enhancing production applications in Java and/or C++, with a strong emphasis on existing codebases

Experience working with service-oriented architecture (SOA) and enterprise integration patterns (e.g., SOAP services, XML/JSON messaging, WSDL, message queues) is highly desirable

Familiarity with modernizing or integrating existing systems, including refactoring, performance tuning, and incremental adoption of newer technologies or frameworks

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field that provides strong software development skills

Clearance: Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Certification: Must be willing to earn an IAT Level I (or higher) certification after hire (company-supported)