Software Developer - Senior

Are you ready to take on a challenge in helping protect the U.S. through Missile Defense?  Leidos has opportunities now for bright people looking for meaningful and innovative work.The work includes trade studies, system engineering, model-based system engineering, software development and product testing and deployment. Leidos is focused on finding the best people, processes, and tools that will provide solutions in data integration and fusion, data analytics, data mining, predictive analytics, data visualization, and decision support tools.Primary ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain mission-critical software in support of missile defense systemsProvide site oversight for developmentAid in the containerization of legacy code written in JAVA and C++Participate in sprint and increment testing to validate softwareDocument and communicate proposed software solutions with integrated, cross-functional engineering teams in a fast paced highly technical environmentStay up-to-date on state-of-the-art programming techniques and software technologiesParticipate in software design and code reviews to ensure delivery of quality products and enhance skill setsMentor junior level software developersAbility to create software solutions from established industry standardsWork with System Engineering Team to schedule, synchronize and execute demonstration capabilities to customersWork with third-party contractors and stakeholders to coordinate and synchronize work integrationBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with 20 – 25 years of experience; additional years of directly applicable experience may be accepted in lieu of a degreeCandidate must be a US Citizen and possess or ability to obtain a Secret ClearanceExperience coding in C++ and JavaExperience developing micro-services and working with containerizationAbility to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to work on multiple projects and tasks simultaneouslyAbility to convey technical ideas in a clear, logical fashionAbility to translate highly technical discussions into executable plansPreferred QualificationsMaster's degree in associated fieldCurrently possess a Secret clearanceExperience with missile warning and missile warning defenseExperience in algorithm development and testingUnderstanding of missile warning message typesExperience with the Agile software development process IAW USG defined requirementsOriginal Posting Date:2024-10-03While 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 $122,200.00 - $220,900.00The 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.SummaryLocation: Colorado Springs, COType: Full time