Software Developer - Command and Control (C2) Applications

Leidos Inc; Gibsonia (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leidos Force Protection Division is seeking a Software Developer - Command and Control (C2) Applications to enable C2/COP workflows, data fusion, and operator-focused dashboards for the Rock Island Arsenal OTA prototype.

You will collaborate with engineering leads and stakeholders to operationalize C2/COP capabilities, focusing on workflow automation, usability, and validation in a government setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 4–8 years experience or a Master's with 2–6 years.
• Experience executing agile development methodologies and practices.
• Windows Application Development with C# / .NET Framework.
• Windows Server Environments and Web-based development with REST APIs.
• Using SDKs to enable Systems Integrations.
• Developing and maintaining relational databases.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices.
• US citizenship and current secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• C2 / COP App integration: Configure and integrate command-and-control apps.
• Workflow automation: Develop operational workflows and orchestration.
• Data fusion & operational awareness: Integrate multiple data sources.
• User experience support: Optimize dashboards and operator interfaces.
• Testing & validation: Support workflow testing and demonstrations.

Skills

Agile methodologies

REST APIs

SDKs for integrations

Relational databases

Cybersecurity best practices

US citizenship & clearance knowledge

Windows app development (C#/.NET)

Windows Server environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree with related experience

Tools

Kafka / Redis

Cloud IaC development

Job description

Description

The Force Protection Division is looking for a Software Developer - Command and Control (C2) Applications to support the configuration, integration, customization, and operationalization of command-and-control (C2), Common Operating Picture (COP), workflow orchestration, and situational awareness applications supporting the Rock Island Arsenal Increased Access OTA Prototype.

This position focuses on enabling operational awareness, workflow automation, event management, alerting, data fusion, and user experience enhancements within the unified operational environment.

The Software Developer works closely with the Software & Platform Engineering Lead, Systems Engineering team, and operational stakeholders to support mission-focused application capabilities..

Primary Responsibilities

• C2 / COP Application Integration
  
  • Configure and integrate command-and-control applications.
  • Support Common Operating Picture implementation activities.
  • Assist with operational dashboard development.
  • Support event management and alerting functions.


• Workflow Automation
  
  • Develop and configure operational workflows.
  • Support workflow orchestration activities.
  • Assist with automated notification and response processes.
  • Support user-focused workflow optimization.


• Data Fusion & Operational Awareness
  
  • Support integration of multiple data sources.
  • Assist with sensor-to-COP integration.
  • Support operational awareness functions.
  • Help improve information presentation and usability.


• User Experience Support
  
  • Support operator-focused application configuration.
  • Assist with dashboard and display optimization.
  • Incorporate operator feedback into application refinements.
  • Support training and familiarization activities.


• Testing & Operational Validation
  
  • Support operational workflow testing.
  • Assist with integration and interoperability validation.
  • Support Government demonstrations.
  • Participate in operational readiness activities.

Basic Qualifications

• BS and 4 - 8 years of prior relevant experience or master's with 2 - 6 years of prior relevant experience.


• Experience executing agile development methodologies and practices


• Windows Application Development with C# / .NET Framework


• Windows Server Environments


• Using REST API's and Web-based Development


• Using SDKs to enable Systems Integrations


• Developing and Maintaining Relational Databases


• Knowledge of Cybersecurity Best Practices


• US citizenship and current secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Physical security or force protection systems experience.


• Knowledge of software optimization techniques


• Experience writing software technical documentation


• Experience supporting US Army or other DoW customers


• Experience with Message Brokers (ex. Apache Kafka, Redis)


• Cloud-based Development & Deployment experience (Infrastructure as Code)

Pay Range: Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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

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