Senior Analytic Developer (Data Flow)

Leidos; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

11 Holidays

401K with company match

Flexible schedules

Education and training support

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Senior Analytic Developer to advance analytic platforms within our Intel Sector. The role emphasizes rapid prototyping, development of tradecraft, and NiFi dataflow management, with a focus on discovery operations and mission support.

Strong Python, PySpark, and AI/ML skills are required. Qualified candidates will have a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance and a Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance mission-ready products and tradecraft to enable discovery operations.
• Support NiFi dataflows and cluster management; configure organizational NiFi setup.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Gitlab, and Agile methodologies; apply to analytics platforms.
• Knowledge of AI/ML, LLMs, and Data Science to improve analytic capabilities.

Skills

Python

PySpark

AI/ML

LLMs

Data Science

Agile methodologies

GHOSTMACHINE development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

NiFi

Jira

Confluence

Gitlab

Docker

Spark

ElasticSearch

Job description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior Analytic Developer in our Intel Sector. 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. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Job Summary:

Our LOE program provides our customer's Operations organization with the best possible solutions for their mission needs. We achieve this through rapid prototyping, new development, and advanced technology research. From leading-edge visualizations to analytic development, we're always pushing the boundaries to find new and better data sources and tradecraft to answer intelligence questions. With a focus on collaboration and a fast-paced environment, our prototype development program is the ideal place to grow your skills and make a real impact.

Seeking a versatile Senior Analytic Developer with Dataflow experience who will perform development on analytic platforms and tools to further discovery operations by streamlining, automating, and optimizing analytic tradecraft. In addition to software development, 15-20% supporting work will include specific attention to NiFi dataflows and cluster management using NiFi software for an organizational level configuration.

*Qualified candidates are eligible for enhanced incentives including up to a $25K cash sign on bonus or a paid time off bonus.

Job Responsibilities/Qualifications:

• Mission Focus: Develop and enhance mission-ready products and tradecraft to enable discovery operations
• Technical Proficiency: Strong experience in Python, PySpark, and GHOSTMACHINE development; strong experience with NiFi software and data flow management; proficiency with Jira, Confluence, Gitlab, and Agile methodologies; fundamental knowledge involving AI/ML, LLMs, and Data Science.
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required to be considered for this role.
• Desirable Skills: Experience with QTA, Docker, Spark; understanding of customer architecture, corporate data flow, and tools such as DX and ElasticSearch.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you.

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CONMD

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

October 7, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

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.