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Leidos Inc

Senior Software Developer

Leidos Inc, Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811

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Overview

Leidos' High Fidelity Simulation Business Area designs and delivers cutting-edge system-of-systems solutions that power world-class simulation, training, and analysis products for the U.S. Navy. In this role, based at a U.S. Government facility in Bethesda, MD, you will work with state-of-the-art technologies to develop advanced sonar tactical decision aids (TDAs) that directly support the Fleet. You'll be part of a high-performing team whose mission-critical work shapes the Navy's tactical edge—making a tangible impact on national security. At Leidos, we empower our engineers to do meaningful work while continually building new skills to grow the career they want to achieve. What You'll Work On 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. This opportunity is ideal for developers who thrive on

solving complex problems , want to

expand their technical expertise , and are motivated by work that directly supports the

U.S. Navy's operational readiness . Primary Responsibilities Mentor

a de-centralized team of 15+ developers, applying

agile methodologies

within a larger 50+ member program. Collaborate

in an agile environment to design, develop, and deliver complex

mission system software . Own and deliver

solutions built with

Java, C++ , and other modern technologies. Explore and apply

new frameworks and languages such as

Angular, Rust, or Scala

to meet evolving mission needs. Troubleshoot and resolve

complex technical challenges with creativity and efficiency. Make informed decisions

even with limited information in dynamic, fast-paced environments. Recognize when to adapt or pivot

during implementation to ensure the best technical and mission outcomes. Drive process improvements

and introduce innovative workflows that enhance team performance. Influence positive change

through collaboration, initiative, and technical leadership. Balance multiple priorities

and

adapt quickly

to urgent or shifting requirements. Communicate clearly

across teams, stakeholders, and leadership. Apply

agile best practices

to deliver high-quality, iterative results that make an impact. Travel occasionally

to Manassas, VA for integration efforts and direct team collaboration. Basic Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in

Engineering, Mathematics, Physical Science, or Computer Science , or another degree providing equivalent software development expertise. Experience:

Minimum of

7 years

in some combination of: Designing, developing, and implementing

real-time acoustic signal processing algorithms Developing

parallel processing

implementations Working with

service-oriented architectures (SOA) Developing

signal processing ,

real-time data analysis , or

visualization/simulation

systems Java and C++ are required for this role Domain Expertise:

At least

5 years

of development and integration experience with

sonar

and/or

Navy Command and Control (C2)

systems. Security:

Ability to obtain a

U.S. security clearance . Certification:

Possess an

IAT Level I or higher

certification, or willingness to obtain one within

30 days of hire . Desired Qualifications Education:

Master's degree in

Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physical Sciences . Experience:

~ 11 years

designing, developing, and implementing

signal processing ,

real-time data analysis , or

visualization/simulation

systems. Technology Leadership:

~ 8 years

evaluating and integrating new technologies, maintaining modern software architectures, and mentoring development teams. Big Data & Cloud:

Experience with

Scala ,

NoSQL/NewSQL databases ,

Cassandra ,

Kafka ,

Spark , and

AWS

cloud environments. UI/Visualization:

Proficiency with

HTML5, Angular, TypeScript, Cesium , and related toolsets. Containers & Microservices:

Strong background in

Kubernetes, Docker, REST APIs , and

containerized microservice architectures . Collaboration & Agile:

Proven experience contributing to

open-source projects

and leading or participating in

agile/scrum

teams. At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now." If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in. Pay Range: Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00 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.

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