Lead Software Engineer, Defense Modeling & Simulation

Leidos; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a lead software developer to work on modeling & simulation within the Threat Modeling and Simulation Portfolio. You will join a diverse team of engineers and scientists solving complex problems in EO/IR sensor systems, and contribute across multiple tasks in parallel.

The role requires a bachelor’s in software engineering or CS, strong C++ skills, and experience with Git. You will operate in Windows and Linux, with a focus on delivering reliable software while maintaining high

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in software engineering, computer science, or equivalent with software experience.
• Strong C++ skills and object-oriented design knowledge.
• Experience with Git and software design principles.
• 4–8 years of related work experience.
• Eligibility to obtain a DoD security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to Huntsville area.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to write software in C++ and C# for EO/IR sensor systems.
• Work across Windows and Linux environments and communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

C++

C#

Object-oriented programming

Team communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in software engineering or computer science

Tools

Git

CMake

Python

Job description

Leidos is seeking a lead software developer to work on modeling & simulation within the Threat Modeling and Simulation Portfolio. You will join a diverse team of engineers and scientists solving complex problems in EO/IR sensor systems, and contribute across multiple tasks in parallel.

The role requires a bachelor’s in software engineering or CS, strong C++ skills, and experience with Git. You will operate in Windows and Linux, with a focus on delivering reliable software while maintaining high