Software Developer SME

  • Chantilly, VA
  • Posted 18 hours ago | Updated 5 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 148,850.00 - 269,075.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Functional Testing
Computer Hardware
Systems Design
System Testing
Interfaces
Documentation
Program Development
Training
Software Packaging
Inventory
Repair
Workflow
Application Development
Programming Languages
JavaScript
Python
XML
Management
Web Applications
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Windows
Unix
Git
Writing
Spring Framework
Java
Database
PostgreSQL
Agile
Docker
Kubernetes

Job Details

Leidos is seeking Software Developer-SME for a 200+ FTE program. The candidate will provide development engineering and programming support to projects and infrastructure support activities to include:

Provide database architectural and design capabilities

Develop unit and functional test plan

Provide the operations and maintenance of operational systems

Modify existing software to correct errors, allow it to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance

Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost restraints

Consult with customers about software system design and maintenance

Coordinate software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met Design, develop, and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequence of design

Develop and direct software system testing and validation procedures, programming, and documentation

Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces

Correct errors by making appropriate changes and then recheck the program to ensure that the desired results are produced

Conduct trial runs of program and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct

Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instruction so others can understand the program

Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs, such as tracking inventory, storing or receiving data, or controlling other equipment

Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes

Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements

Written, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic

Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users

Investigate whether networks, workstations, the central processing unit of the system, or peripheral equipment are responding to a program's instructions

Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operational, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language

Consult with and assist computer operators or system analysts to define and resolve problems in running computer programs

Assign, coordinate, and review work and activities of programming personnel

Designs, Develops, and Maintains applications within the cloud environment. This can be for new applications development or the transition of legacy applications to the cloud environment.

Required Quals
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Requires a Master's degree and 15+ years of experience. Additional experience in lieu of degree.
  • Demonstrated experience in multiple programming languages (Java, JavaScript, Python, and/or XML)
  • Experience managing and developing web software
  • Demonstrated experience with cloud services
  • Experience in Windows and/or Unix
  • Experience using code repositories such as Git
  • Demonstrated experience documenting such artifacts as code and methodologies
  • Familiarity with writing unit and integration tests

Desired Quals
  • Experience with Spring and Java
  • Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL
  • Experience working in an AGILE development environment
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and scalable/parallelized architectures
  • Possess a passion for learning new technologies and staying up-to-date with industry trends
  • Understanding of Intelligence Community customers and their priorities

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.

Original Posting:
October 28, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $148,850.00 - $269,075.00

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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