Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
Lead Software Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
17 days ago
Salary
$131.3K - $237.4K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Lead Software Engineer
Leidos
• Design, develop, and optimize software systems to meet defined functional and technical requirements. • Build application components, APIs, automation features, and ETL pipelines that collect, clean, and transform data from source to destination. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, perform rigorous testing and documentation, and deliver reliable, maintainable, and scalable software capabilities. • Prepare, maintain, and execute a Software Engineering Plan (SWP) for managing all aspects of the System software lifecycle. • Maintain and operate the DevSecOps factory, process, documentation, policies, thresholds, and associated automated DevSecOps pipelines. • Manage a team of 8-15 direct reports, providing leadership, mentorship, and performance evaluations. • Ensure implementation of DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks aligned to enterprise standards.
Job Requirements
- Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline and 12 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in a related field and 10 years of relevant experience.
- At least one of the following foundational qualification pathways consistent with DoD 8140 requirements: Current DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification appropriate for Advanced System Administrator roles (e.g., CASP+, CCNP Security, GCED, or equivalent )
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in software engineering and development.
- Proven experience with Agile software development methodologies, particularly SAFE Agile.
- Experience with software testing, including unit, regression, security, integration, compliance, performance, and acceptance testing.
- Strong knowledge of DevSecOps principles and practices.
Benefits
- Health and Wellness programs
- Income Protection
- Paid Leave
- Retirement
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