Lead Software Engineer

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Lead Software Developer to advance modeling and simulation projects within the Threat Modeling and Simulation Portfolio for EO/IR sensor systems.

You will collaborate with engineers and scientists, and other developers; write software primarily in C++ and C# and ensure quality across Windows and Linux environments.

This role requires strong OO programming, problem solving, and the ability to obtain a DoD clearance, with US citizenship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering, CS, or related field.
• Strong object-oriented programming and C++/C# skills.
• Experience with Git and software design principles.
• Ability to obtain DoD clearance and U.S. citizenship.
• 4–8 years of related experience.
• Resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to Huntsville

Responsibilities

• Write software primarily in C++ and C# for EO/IR sensor systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists; manage multiple tasks across Windows and Linux.

Skills

C++

C#

Git

OOP

Windows

Linux

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in software engineering / CS

Tools

CMake

Python

CUDA

Image processing

AI/ML concepts

Job description

Lead Software Developer – Threat Modeling & Simulation Portfolio

Leidos is seeking a talented lead software developer to work on multiple modeling and simulation projects within the Threat Modeling and Simulation Portfolio. The role involves collaborating with a diverse team of engineers, scientists, and junior‑to‑senior developers to create solutions for sensor characterization, modeling, simulation, data analysis, and algorithm development for electro‑optical infrared (EO/IR) systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Write software primarily in C++ and C# to solve multidisciplinary problems for EO/IR sensor systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists, communicate effectively, and work on multiple concurrent tasks, ensuring quality across Windows and Linux operating systems.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or an equivalent engineering or science degree with relevant software development experience.
• Strong object‑oriented programming experience and proficiency in C++.
• Experience in software design principles and version control with Git.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• 4–8 years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to Huntsville‑North Alabama, AL.

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly organized with the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience or interest in C#, Python, design documentation, requirement specifications, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of EO/IR phenomenology, image processing, Kalman filtering, GPU or CUDA programming, AI/ML solutions, or build systems such as CMake.
• Preference for candidates with recent academic performance, SECRET clearance or above, or TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $87,100.00 – $157,450.00 (general guideline only). Compensation is based on role responsibilities, education, experience, skills, and internal equity. Benefits include competitive wages, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, retirement plans, and more.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, 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.