Principal Software Engineer - Mission-Critical Prototyping

Leidos; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Fort Meade, Maryland, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design and develop software applications that support mission requirements. The role requires proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C/C++, and an understanding of software architecture and debugging.

With a focus on mission success, you will be part of a dynamic environment at the forefront of national security innovations. An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus eleven years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Python and the ability to read/understand C/C++ and Assembly (x86).
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications for mission needs.
• Develop and debug software using object-oriented programming languages.
• Conduct software testing and troubleshooting.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Assembly (x86)

Software architecture

Debugging

Malware analysis

Reverse engineering

Protocol analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Leidos in Fort Meade, Maryland, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design and develop software applications that support mission requirements. The role requires proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C/C++, and an understanding of software architecture and debugging.

With a focus on mission success, you will be part of a dynamic environment at the forefront of national security innovations. An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required for consideration.