Mid-level Software Engineer

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Summary: Seeking an innovative Software Engineer for an agile development team, focused on solving hard problems in Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems and enhancing defense capabilities. Highlights: 1. Solve hard problems and advance technical expertise. 2. Contribute to enhancing national defense capabilities. 3. Mentorship, tech talks, and R&D opportunities. Apply Now Description Looking for an Opportunity to Make an Impact? Looking for a typical software engineering role? Keep searching. At Leidos, we challenge our engineers to roll up their sleeves and solve hard problems th others might avoid. Our mission requires fresh perspectives and innovive approaches from those who truly love to learn. We're not seeking engineers who simply follow instructions—we're looking for talented developers who bring creive ideas, tackle complex challenges, and demonstre persistence. We invest in ambitious mid-level professionals with proven potential who can grow with us. Join us to advance your technical expertise in an environment where pushing boundaries isn't just encouraged, it's expected. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos Defense currently has an opportunity to work as a Software Engineer in our Lawton, OK office supporting a variety of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS).  The selected individual will perform software development activities as a member of an agile development team. Development includes the full range of turning agile stories into implementable concepts, through development, testing, and deployment of new capabilities in this complex system. This position offers hands-on experience with industry-leading tools, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to develop highly sought-after skills in AI/ML and simulion technologies.  Your contributions will play a critical role in enhancing the nion's defense capabilities and addressing emerging thres in the C-UAS domain. Your greest work is ahead! Learn from a diverse team of software engineers and other professionals building mission-critical systems. Mentorship, tech talks, and cohort events to accelere your growth. Real impact: contribute to R&D and production systems supporting customers. How to stand out Share a link to your GitHub/portfolio and briefly describe a project you’re proud of (wh you built, technologies used, and your role). If team-based, clarify your individual contributions. Primary Responsibilities Coordine closely with team members, Product Owners and Scrum Masters to ensure User Story alignment and implemention of modeling and simulion and AI capabilities aligned with business and customer objectives Performing software development activities as a member of an agile development team. Development includes the full range of turning agile stories into implementable concepts, through development, testing, and deployment. Integre advanced modeling and simulion capabilities into existing and new C-UAS systems to improve operional effectiveness Document software designs, algorithms, and integrion processes to ensure maintainability and knowledge transfer Collabore with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integrion of third-party software and tools into C-UAS systems Apply machine learning techniques to optimize system performance and autome decision-making processes Perform software development functions including design, development, troubleshooting, and debugging software programs using the Agile Scrum framework Basic Qualificions Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a reled field with 2+ years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree with less than 2 years of experience. Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, C++, Java, and WPF Fundamental background in software design pterns Ability to debug, troubleshoot, and isole software issues Able to adapt to rapidly changing requirements and technologies in a fast-paced environment Must be able to develop technical solutions th require collaborion with experts, deep analyses, and understanding of impact on product/solution Must have a strong sense of ownership and passion for learning to drive in into complex problems Must be a US citizen possess and maintain a Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance Preferred Qualificions Experience using IDEs and software version control systems Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment Knowledge of containerizion technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes for scalable software development   If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the stus 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 step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: March 19, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipes th this job requisition will remain open for least 3 days with an anticiped close de of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting de as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $69,550.00 - $125,725.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compension or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, educion, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market da, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovions. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximely $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more informion, visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. Th's why we craft compension packages th reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compension, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits. Securing Your Da Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-reled informion during any part of the employment applicion 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 communice with you through emails th are genered by the Leidos.com automed system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos th asks for payment-reled informion or any other personal informion (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediely by emailing us 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-Discriminion All qualified applicants will receive considerion for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, nional origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic informion, pregnancy, family structure, marital stus, ancestry, domestic partner stus, sexual oriention, gender identity or expression, veteran or military stus, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Apply Now