Jr. Software Engineer – Production Support & Modernization

Leidos Holding$57K — $104K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 1–3 years experience.
  • Experience with Microsoft .NET technologies such as C#, ASP.NET, and JavaScript.
  • Familiarity with relational databases, specifically Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Experience in supporting web applications and troubleshooting issues.
  • Knowledge of software development lifecycle methodologies and version control systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn new technologies and development frameworks.
  • Ability to obtain Public Trust Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Support maintenance and enhancement of the PRS Web application.
  • Develop and maintain application components, scripts, and data workflows.
  • Participate in requirements analysis and technical design activities.
  • Troubleshoot software defects and assist in problem resolution.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and user guides.
  • Support analysis of modernization opportunities for legacy applications.
  • Collaborate with team members on public health operations.

Benefits

  • Work primarily remote with occasional in-person meetings in Atlanta.
  • Opportunity to contribute to CDC's public health initiatives.
  • Gain experience in legacy application modernization and support for federal agencies.
  • Work alongside experienced engineers and architects for professional development.
Full Job Description

Leidos is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to support the CDC Division of HIV Prevention (DHP) Prevention Research Synthesis (PRS) Web application and related data modernization initiatives. This role provides application development, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and enhancement support for an existing Microsoft-based web platform while contributing to the incremental modernization of legacy analytical and reporting environments. The successful candidate will work closely with senior engineers, architects, analysts, and stakeholders to maintain operational continuity while supporting future migration and modernization efforts.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Support maintenance, enhancement, testing, deployment, and sustainment of the PRS Web application.
  • Develop and maintain application components, scripts, APIs, automation solutions, and data processing workflows.
  • Participate in requirements analysis, technical design, code reviews, testing, and implementation activities.
  • Troubleshoot software defects, system issues, and user-reported problems and support resolution efforts.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, user guides, and support materials.
  • Support analysis and evaluation of modernization opportunities for legacy applications, analytical workflows, and reporting environments.
  • Assist with migration planning, proof-of-concept development, and implementation of modernization initiatives under the guidance of senior engineers and architects.
  • Collaborate with software developers, data engineers, analysts, and program stakeholders to support surveillance, reporting, and public health operations.
  • Follow established software engineering, security, DevSecOps, and quality assurance practices.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, or related discipline with 1–3 years of software development experience.
  • Experience with Microsoft .NET technologies, C#, ASP.NET, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, or similar web development technologies.
  • Familiarity with relational databases and Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Experience supporting web applications, troubleshooting issues, and implementing enhancements.
  • Familiarity with software development lifecycle methodologies and version control systems.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn new technologies and development frameworks.
  • Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting CDC, HHS, or other federal agencies.
  • Experience supporting legacy application modernization initiatives.
  • Familiarity with the PRS Web technology stack, including Microsoft Visual Studio, .NET Framework, ASP.NET MVC, Visual C#, SQL Server, JavaScript, jQuery, Kendo UI, HTML5, and CSS3.
  • Familiarity with Azure, Databricks, EDAV, 1CDP, Python, R, or other modern analytics environments.
  • Experience supporting public health, healthcare, research, analytics, or reporting systems.
  • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and DevSecOps practices.
  • Experience supporting surveillance, data management, reporting, or modernization initiatives.

Preferred Certifications:

Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900); Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900); Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (AZ-204); Databricks Fundamentals; or equivalent certifications.

Work Location and Travel:

This position is primarily remote and open to candidates nationwide. Atlanta-area candidates are preferred to attend occasional in-person meetings or collaboration activities at CDC facilities.



Original Posting:
July 17, 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 $57,850.00 - $104,575.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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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