Russian Linguist (HLT/Technical Support)

Leidos; United States; On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Russian Linguist for HLT/Technical Support to enhance national security efforts through technical and linguistic expertise. The ideal candidate will leverage their language skills in analysis and data management.

Responsibilities include supporting data interpretation tasks, applying knowledge of machine learning, and maintaining high accuracy in linguistic outputs. A bachelor's degree and relevant experience in the Intelligence Community are required.

Qualifications

• Proven proficiency in Russian (ILR 2+ or equivalent).
• Experience in translation, analysis, or language-related work.
• Adaptability in working with data management tools.

Responsibilities

• Support analysis, translation, and interpretation tasks with Russian language skills.
• Process and analyze data to support mission requirements.
• Use technical tools to organize and interpret large datasets.

Skills

Russian language proficiency

Technical aptitude

Data management

Machine learning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree with 8-12 years or Master's degree with 6-10 years

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Russian Linguist (HLT/Technical Support)

Are you ready to apply your linguistic and your HLT/Technical expertise to meaningful work that directly supports national security? At Leidos we bring together innovative minds, cutting‑edge technology, and a commitment to excellence to solve the world’s toughest challenges. Join a team where your contributions truly matter, and where you’ll have the resources and support to thrive professionally and personally. An active TS/SCI with polygraph is preferred; however, sponsorship for clearance upgrades is available.

We are seeking a Human Language Technology specialist (HLT) with Russian language proficiency to support mission‑focused efforts. While this role is designated as an HLT position, it is linguist‑focused and requires strong language capabilities combined with technical aptitude. The ideal candidate will be both linguistically skilled and technically savvy, with the ability to work with data and modern analytical tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Leverage Russian language skills to support analysis, translation, and interpretation tasks
• Process, analyze, and manage data to support mission requirements
• Utilize technical tools and platforms to organize and interpret large datasets
• Apply knowledge of emerging technologies, including machine learning, AI, and LLMs, to enhance analytical workflows
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver actionable insights
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all linguistic and analytical outputs

Basic Qualifications

• Proficiency in Russian language with a minimum of 2+ (ILR or equivalent)
• Experience or demonstrated ability in translation, analysis, or language‑related work
• Strong technical aptitude with the ability to work across data management tools and systems
• Familiarity with IT concepts and data handling practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with machine learning, artificial intelligence, or large language models (LLMs)
• Background in data analysis, data management, or related technical fields
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools and technologies
• Experience supporting government or mission‑driven environments

What You Bring

• An active TS/SCI with polygraph is preferred; however, sponsorship for clearance upgrades is available.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8‑12 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with 6–10 years of related experience. (Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.)
• Candidates must have experience in the Intelligence Community and Operations.
• Must successfully complete a Leidos‑administered language proficiency test or equivalent.
• HLT experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic online research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and target languages.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $92,300.00 - $166,850.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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, 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 for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.