Description
Job Description:
Leidos is seeking a Jr Software Engineer located in Arlington, VA.
This position will support team to develop, test, and secure autonomous vessels for US Government customers. The team is responsible for whole-lifecycle development, including documentation and testing, of prototypes and deliverable systems. New team members will be primarily responsible for improving the communications systems and securing the operating system. They may also assist in user interface or artificial intelligence development.
The engineers will work on an Agile software development team in a fast-paced environment. Developers are responsible for assisting other team members with testing and documentation, working as an integrated team. Engineers demonstrate their work regularly for customers and management, gaining exposure and constant feedback.
Software development is primarily in C++, with less than ten percent in Python or Java. Responsible for writing C++ software that manages the communications path, configures radios, and/or controls operating system security controls.
Basic Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s Degree and less than 2 years of related experience.
-Must have hands on experience with computer engineering, C++, and Java development.
-Agile software development, particularly using Scrum, is an advantage for this position
-Must have experience working within a Linux environment.
-Must be willing to write documentation and assist with testing as part of the team.
-Good communications skills are required.
-Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
-Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with defense contracting and other forms of engineering and engineering tools is a plus.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $50,700.00 - $78,000.00 - $105,300.00The 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.
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