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A Software Developer or Engineer designs or improves computer software. Oversees the entire software development process. Analyzes customer or user needs, designs programs, writes code or instructs computer programmers, tests design, and documents programs. May assist with upgrades or maintenance. May specialize in the design of computer applications or computer systems.
$125,403 / year median in Maryland
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Core Technical Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience) 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master's Degree Hands-on experience building and supporting microservices-based systems Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C++, or similar on a Linux-based system) Experience or exposure to AI/ML-enabled systems (Claude-Code) , automation, or intelligent platforms. Experience working in Agile environments Understanding of APIs and distributed system concepts Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust U.S. citizenship required Successful completion of background investigations as required by the government customer Preferred / Desired Qualifications Experience with Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines Familiarity with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases Hands-on experience with Kafka or other event-streaming technologies Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Containerization and orchestration experience (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience working in DevSecOps environments Experience with test automation frameworks and integration of automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines Why Leidos? You'll work on systems where performance, precision, and reliability matter- every second. This is not experimental AI for prototypes. This is disciplined, responsible AI applied to mission-critical software that supports national infrastructure. If you're excited by solving complex problems in regulated, real-world environments
- and using AI as a force multiplier rather than a shortcut
- we'd like to talk. ATMC 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:
July 31, 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 $69,550.00- $125,725.
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 at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system
- never from free commercial services (e.