Computer Programmer II / Software Engineer

Description

Job Description:

Job Description

Leidos is seeking a Computer Programmer II/Software Engineer to support intramural human use research at the Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton, OH.  The successful candidate will provide computer programming and software engineering in support of aeromedical research focused on enhancing the performance, resilience, and wellness of service members to optimizing warfighter performance in the most trying environments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and test programming code for computerized experimental tasks in support of research activities.

• Write programming scripts to enhance functionality and/or performance of software applications in support of research activities as necessary.

• Troubleshoot system bugs and issues.

• Develop user manuals, procedures, and guidelines. Any and all publications are subject to review and approval by the Government.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar and 2+ years of experience OR Master's degree in a relevant field OR High School and 8+ years of experience

• Proficiency in programming languages including C++, Qt, C#

• Experience in:

  • Game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity, or Godot Engine)

  • Basic networking development technologies (UDP and TCP/IP)

  • Multi-threaded applications

  • Both Windows and Linux based development or an understanding of cross-platform development concepts and standards.

  • Git for version control

• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance

• US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Flight simulation (X-Plane) and Industry Simulation-Visualization (CIGI, DIS, etc.) is highly desired

• Experience in a military or medical research environment

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 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 46,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022.  For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

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Commitment to Diversity

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.