Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
Are you ready for your next career challenge?Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions.
Leidos' Defense Systems Land Systems Sector is seeking a mid-level
Software Engineer to join our collaborative matrix organization that supports multiple programs across various business areas in Leidos Defense.
This Software Engineer role requires strong background in modern web technologies and full- stack development The ideal candidate will be experienced in building responsive front-end applications (React, TypeScript) and scalable back-end services (C#, Python, or Node.js), with proficiency in containerization tools such as Docker or Podman. Preferred candidates will bring experience developing or integrating AI and computer vision capabilities into web-based or edge-deployed applications. This role operates within an Agile/Scrum team environment focused on delivering robust, mission-driven software solutions.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field with 4+ years of prior relevant work experience or Master's degree in related field with at least 2+ years of prior relevant experience.
- Experience in designing and maintaining software products and implementing software designs.
- Experience in software development, data structures, object-oriented design, and effective unit testing.
- Experience with software best practices such as peer reviews and document generation.
- Experience with Javascript
- Experience with containerization technologies
- Experience working in Agile or scrum environment
- Ability to work in fast-paced, collaborative environments while managing multiple priorities.
- U.S Citizenship required and must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET clearance.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with computer vision or AI is a plus
- Experience leading scrum teams is a plus
If you are a driven and adaptable individual looking to kickstart your career in software engineering, we encourage you to apply today and build the future with us!
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:January 16, 2026
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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
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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