Senior Software Engineer

Description

Job Description:

This Senior Software Engineer/Developer will work with a multi-faceted team to analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Must have in-depth knowledge of analysis process, analytical databases, deployment hosting methodologies, web hosting, internet communications tools and platforms.

This candidate will have in-depth knowledge in software engineering in order to write code that successfully manipulates data. They will be well-versed in working with various languages such as MySQL, Ruby on Rails – Linux platform, web-based development, Shell, Perl, Python, SharePoint, Arc Sight and Adobe Insight products. The candidate will demonstrate extensive experience in developing codes, tests, and debug software, which includes data optimization and formats but are not limited to, specified data filtering, data alignment and correlation of specified data types and other information.

Primary Responsibilities

• Write scripts and profiles for GOTS and COTS analytical applications
• Build complex profits, align tools, and tailor databases and applications, which successfully process extremely large data repositories
• Provide quick-response tailoring to software by writing scripts
• Design and customize software for analytical use to optimize analytical efficiency and streamline the workflow
• Develop and write computer applications to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data and information
• Maintain updates and enhance software products
• Document code changes or revisions by using version control and revision logs descriptions
• Optimize actions by recognizing where it is necessary and expected to work with other team members and across groups to improve success
• Evaluate existing software products and makes on-going improvements to the analytical toolbox
• Coordinate with the Gov POC and other team members to ensure problem solution, appropriate risk reduction, and user satisfaction
• Update applications, databases and tools for customers with changing demands
• Conduct testing for programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct
• Write, update, and maintain programs or software packages to handle specific jobs related to analysis of large data sets
• Consult with managerial and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes
• Collaborate with other technical resources and customers to select appropriate design solutions and to ensure the compatibility with system
• Design valid user-criteria testing, prior to production release of software

Basic Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 10 years’ experience commensurate with the requested level in software engineering. if no degree, 12+ years’ experience in software engineering or Masters with 6 to 10 years of prior relevant experience
• Hands on experience with web-based development        
• Proficient using Ruby on Rails, MySQL administration
• Proficient in the following languages: Shell, Perl, and Python
• Experience in Linux operating systems and platforms
• Experience with SharePoint and Agile development
• Experience with Arc Sign and Adobe Insight Products
• Experience with Agile development

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Jira

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500^® information technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company’s 38,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. 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 here.

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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.