Principal Biometrics Software Engineer

Leidos LLC; Brookmont (MD); On-site; USD 131,300 - 237,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 paid Holidays

401K with immediate vesting

Flexible schedules

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Leidos LLC is seeking a Principal Biometrics Software Engineer to lead biometric integration across systems, bridging biometric data with enterprise applications. Role focuses on secure data handling and scalable API-rich architectures.

Requirements include extensive biometrics expertise, Java/Spring proficiency, and a TS/SCI with Poly clearance. The team works on security engineering, CNO, SIGINT, and cryptographic key management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's with extensive biometrics/security experience.
• Experience integrating third-party APIs and biometrics SDKs.
• Strong knowledge of biometric modalities and data security.
• Proficiency in Java, Spring and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Biometric Integration: design modules to integrate biometric modalities with applications using SDKs and APIs.
• API Development: develop and maintain APIs for third-party applications to interact with the biometric system.
• System Architecture: contribute to scalable, secure biometric integration architecture.
• Data Handling: build data pipelines for capture, storage, and transmission with privacy in mind.
• Software Development: contribute to development initiatives using Java and JavaScript.
• Technical Documentation: create detailed docs for integration processes and configurations.
• Troubleshooting: resolve biometric integration issues, including data quality and compatibility.

Skills

Biometric technologies

API integration

Security knowledge

Database management

Java

Spring

DevOps practices

Education/experience requirement

Education

Bachelor's degree with 12+ years or Master's with 10+ years

Job description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Principal Biometrics Software Engineer in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management.

Job Description

Biometrics Software Engineer role specializes in integrating biometric technologies (e.g., fingerprint, facial recognition, iris scanning) from systems such as IDEMIA's MBSS into existing software systems, requiring expertise in both biometric algorithms and software development practices to seamlessly connect biometric data capture with other applications and platforms.

Primary Responsibilities

• Biometric Integration: Design and implement software modules to integrate various biometric modalities (facial recognition, fingerprint, iris scan) with existing applications and systems using provided SDKs and APIs.
• API Development: Develop and maintain application programming interfaces (APIs) for third-party applications to interact with the biometric system.
• System Architecture: Contribute to the overall system architecture for biometric integration, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Data Handling: Develop data processing pipelines to handle biometric data capture, storage, and transmission, adhering to privacy and security regulations.
• Software Development: Participate in software programming initiatives to support innovation and enhancement, using Java and JavaScript.
• Technical Documentation: Create detailed technical documentation for integration processes, API usage, and system configurations.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve issues related to biometric integration, including software compatibility and data quality.

Basic Qualifications

• Biometric Technologies: Strong understanding of various biometric modalities (facial recognition, fingerprint, iris scanning), including their strengths, limitations, and accuracy factors.
• API Integration: Experience with integrating third-party APIs and SDKs for biometric data capture and processing.
• Security Knowledge: Understanding of security protocols and best practices for handling sensitive biometric data.
• Database Management: Familiarity with database technologies to store and manage biometric data.
• Software Development and Agile Practices: Expert with Java, Spring, C2S, and the software development lifecycle; experience delivering within DevOps toolsets/practices.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree with 12 or more years of prior relevant experience or Master's degree with 10 or more years of relevant experience (additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with structured analysis and design methodologies.
• Experience integrating with biometric-based identity management solutions.

Citizenship and Clearance

Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph. To be considered you must have an active and current TS/SCI w/ Poly security clearance.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 (the Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary).

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid Holidays
• Immediate Vesting in our 401K
• Flexible Schedules
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
• Technical UpskillingEducation and Training Support
• Parental Paid Leave
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave and Retirement

EEO Statement

Commitment and Diversity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, 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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.