Software Developer

Leidos

$107K — $195K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Information Systems, Computer Science or related discipline with 8+ years experience or Masters with 6+ years experience.
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain a Polygraph.
  • U.S. Citizens only.
  • Proactive self-starter with excellent communication skills.
  • Proficient in software development in a service-oriented environment (Cloud, SOA, Web-Services).
  • Strong hands-on experience with multiple programming languages including C++, Java, and Python.
  • Experience with CI/CD practices using GitLab and Docker.

Responsibilities

  • Code, develop, integrate, and debug software artifacts.
  • Write validation tests against existing baselines during Agile development efforts.
  • Assist with unit testing and software programming tasks.
  • Develop applications using Python, Java Spring, or other frameworks as needed.
  • Utilize version control and CI/CD tools effectively.
  • Package and run applications using Docker environment.
  • Work collaboratively as part of a team on assigned tasks.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to engage in cutting-edge Geospatial Intelligence projects.
  • Collaborative work environment with focus on Agile methodology.
  • Chance to work with advanced software technologies and frameworks.
  • Professional growth opportunities within the Spatial Solutions Division.
  • Participation in innovative projects enhancing national security.
Full Job Description
The Leidos Spatial Solutions Division has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Software Developer to help enable NGA's Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) mission collecting sciences, technology and tradecraft measuring and modeling the Globe to provide three-dimensional accuracy of every point in, on, or above the Earth.

Primary Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities will involve coding, developing, integrating, and debugging software artifacts; writing validation tests against existing baselines to ensure integrity of the code during Agile development efforts; assisting with unit testing; programming; and developing in Python, Java Spring, or other frameworks. Other tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualifications
  • Typically requires a BS in Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science or closely related discipline and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience.
  • Must possess an active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility, and ability to obtain a Polygraph after hire
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Proactive self-starter demonstrating a positive, willing attitude and excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in software development projects or software integration projects in a service-oriented environment (Cloud, SOA, Web-Services).
  • Experience with GNU based compilers
  • Experience programming in C++, Java, Typescript, and Bash
  • Experience developing in the following frameworks: Spring/Gradle/OpenJDK, React/Node
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with relational and non-relational database systems such as Amazon RDS, Postgres
  • Strong experience coding in Python
  • Experience using GitLab for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and resource management
  • Experience using Docker to package and run applications
  • Experience with Web-related protocols and technologies, such as web servers, HTTP, SSL
  • Familiar with AWS/Cloud technologies
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Team Collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence)


Preferred Qualifications
  • AWS certifications
  • Linux certifications
  • Experience with ArcGIS or geospatial technologies


Original Posting:
June 3, 2026

Pay Range:
Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

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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