Senior Software Engineer — Autonomous Maritime Systems

Careerwebsite; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks an experienced Senior Software Engineer in Arlington, VA to advance unmanned and autonomous ship development for US Government programs. You will join an Agile Scrum team, designing, building, and testing software powering national maritime initiatives.

Lead small projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate across disciplines on sensor fusion, navigation, and communications systems. Occasional travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or STEM field; 8+ years of software development, or 6+ years with Master’s.
• Strong knowledge of data structures.
• Professional experience with C++ and Linux.
• Experience with Linux OS.
• Experience with source control and configuration management.
• Experience mentoring other developers.
• Exposure to high availability, sensor fusion, target tracking, path planning, communication systems, or military systems integration.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, code and update software for new features and performance improvements.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle from requirements and design through implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Serve as technical lead for small projects, providing direction and ensuring technical quality.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering professional growth and elevating team capabilities.
• Perform peer reviews of software, ensuring quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
• Drive continuous process improvement, collaborating with the team to optimize workflows, tools, and engineering practices.
• Assist with evaluating field tests, analyzing results and transitioning findings into actionable software enhancements.
• Engage directly with client project stakeholders, communicating technical progress, risks, and solutions effectively.
• Some travel (up to 25%) to support field testing, client engagements, and program milestones.

Skills

C++

Linux

Data structures

Security clearance

Team leadership

Docker

Kubernetes

Jira/Confluence

Jenkins/Bamboo

Java front-end

SQL databases

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or STEM field

Master's degree (optional)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jira

Confluence

Jenkins

Bamboo

Job description

Leidos seeks an experienced Senior Software Engineer in Arlington, VA to advance unmanned and autonomous ship development for US Government programs. You will join an Agile Scrum team, designing, building, and testing software powering national maritime initiatives.

Lead small projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate across disciplines on sensor fusion, navigation, and communications systems. Occasional travel up to 25% is required.