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Description The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Software Engineer who holds an active SECRET security clearance to work remotely, but based out of our Tewksbury, MA office. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the C-sUAS Engineering and Integration mission. In this mission we integrate data from existing C-sUAS infrastructure, radars, and sensors at various locations/sites to aim at controlling the airspace from sUAS.Primary Responsibilities.Develop and maintain software for a robust C-sUAS software suite Design software to support system integration efforts Ensure any new code meets contractual cyber standards Collaborate with government customers to better understand program needs. Communicating issues with leadership Identify areas of improvement that can benefit the software processBasic Qualifications. Must possess and maintain active DoD Secret clearance or above to be considered for role. (US Citizenship required)Experience Working with multiple programming languages such as (C#, C++, Python, Java)Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, and a strong problem-solving mindsetFamiliarity with the Atlassian suite, including Jira and ConfluenceFamiliarity with GitlabFamiliarity with Docker and Linux based containerizationPreferred Qualifications. Previous experience working with C-sUAS sensors and effectorsExperience working on projects with a multitude of repositoriesExperience implementing agile methodologiesExperience with cyber tools such as Fortify, Sonarqubue, Trivy, Dependency TrackerExperience with Go or JavaScriptExperience using NATS messaging frameworkIf 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 6, 2026For 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 - $125,725.00The 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.About LeidosLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.Pay and BenefitsPay 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 DataBeware 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.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.Commitment to Non-DiscriminationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.#Remote
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Software Engineer roles across Leidos's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Software Engineering.
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
3. Compensation Alignment
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £34,883 - £40,761 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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