Software Engineer/Data Science Librarian

Leidos; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 107,900 - 195,050; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Software Engineer / Data Science Librarian in Arnold, Missouri, to manage databases for GEOINT product dissemination, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. The role requires experience in coding, database management, and geospatial technologies.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of experience, strong communication skills, and a Top Secret clearance. The position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for direct engagement with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience or Master’s with 6+ years.
• Top Secret clearance required; ability to obtain TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• 5+ years of database design experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage databases for GEOINT product dissemination and maintain spatial content.
• Develop scripts and stored procedures for data validation and processing.
• Integrate geospatial components to improve data integrity.

Skills

Database Management

Coding/Scripting

Geospatial Components

Problem-solving

Public Speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical domain

Tools

NGA Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

Oracle Spatial

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Software Engineer / Data Science Librarian to manage and optimize databases supporting GEOINT product dissemination and to process expurgation requests for distributing discrete geospatial product packages to internal and foreign partners. The role involves maintaining, enhancing, and ensuring the accuracy of spatial content databases—including country and state boundary generation—using NGA tools, ESRI ArcGIS, and related technologies. The successful candidate will bring strong experience in coding/script development, database management, geospatial components, and software engineering to ensure seamless data integrity, automation, and efficient dissemination.

Primary Responsibilities

Database Management & Spatial Content Generation

• Manage and maintain databases supporting GEOINT product dissemination, including spatial content and country/state boundary generation.
• Develop, optimize, and enhance data ingest and validation scripts, stored procedures, and code to ensure accuracy and efficient processing.
• Integrate and optimize geospatial components such as Oracle Spatial, ArcSDE, and SDO_Geometry to improve data integrity and visualization.
• Utilize Unix/Linux commands and file systems; write shell scripts, cron jobs, and manage file/folder permissions.

Software Engineering & Automation

• Maintain and enhance Perl scripts, Java and Python code packages, and database constructs to improve automation and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain schemas, stored procedures, and validation tools to ensure reliable GEOINT product integration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software and database issues related to content dissemination, ensuring high availability and data integrity.
• Render maps in ESRI ArcGIS using data queries and apply layers within the mapping environment.

Collaboration & Cross‑Domain Support

• Work across multiple offices and security domains (NIPRnet/Xenon, SIPRnet, JWICS) to ensure secure and seamless data integration.
• Engage with stakeholders, product owners, and data users to optimize data structuring, usability, and distribution.
• Support end‑to‑end operations for software and database systems related to GEOINT product dissemination.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customer briefings and technical discussions.

Public Speaking & Customer Engagement

• Develop and deliver presentations, briefings, and reports to customers, stakeholders, and senior leadership.
• Represent the organization confidently in customer‑facing engagements, communicating technical concepts effectively.
• Facilitate knowledge‑sharing sessions and training for internal and external stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree and 6+ years of prior relevant experience; a Doctorate in a technical domain is acceptable.
• Top Secret clearance to be considered and ability to obtain post‑hire TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• 5+ years of experience designing and supporting databases.
• Strong experience with Perl scripts, Python/Java code packages, SQL queries, C++ code, database constructs, schemas, and stored procedures.
• Strong knowledge of database management with geospatial components.
• Proven ability to optimize and automate data ingest, validation, and dissemination workflows.
• Understanding of cross‑domain data management and security protocols (NIPRnet/Xenon, SIPRnet, JWICS).
• Strong public‑speaking skills and experience delivering technical briefings.
• Security+ certification.
• Ability to engage across multiple offices to ensure database alignment with GEOINT product requirements.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex software and database issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills within cross‑functional teams.
• Comfortable speaking with customers and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and transparency.
• Understanding of data integrity, validation concepts, and data‑sharing agreements.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management structures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in government, defense, or intelligence environments.
• Familiarity with cloud and on‑prem GIS/GEOINT database solutions.
• Competency in ESRI ArcGIS for querying spatial data and applying multiple map layers.
• Experience supporting software operations and maintenance for GEOINT content expurgation/dissemination.
• Knowledge of automation frameworks and DevSecOps best practices.
• Certifications in Database Management, GIS, or Software Engineering.
• Prior experience leading technical discussions and customer briefings.

Pay Range

$107,900.00 – $195,050.00. This range is a general guideline only and is not a guarantee of compensation.

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.