Software EngineerLeidos Defense Systems is seeking a talented Software Engineer to develop high-performance applications and backend systems supporting advanced sensors and mission systems. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy building performant software and want to grow into broader system-level and real-time development over time. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, we provide responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide.
Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions.Primary Responsibilities:Develop, and maintain C++-based applications and backend systemsBuild software supporting data processing, visualization, and system controlAnalyze and improve performance, latency, and scalability of software systemsCollaborate with cross-functional teams including software, systems, and hardware engineersSupport integration, testing, and deployment of software in operational environmentsContribute to evolving system capabilities, including future real-time and high-throughput processing componentsContribute to development and improvement of systems and features end-to-endBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science degree from an ABET-accredited school with a strong demonstration of the skills listed below plus 2-4 years of experience in software development OR Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science degree from an ABET-accredited school with a strong demonstration of the skills listed below plus 4-8 years of experience in software development.Must be a US citizen, possess and able to maintain an active secret clearanceCandidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville – North Alabama, AL, areaCandidate must have excellent teamwork skills and possess strong fundamentals in the following:Experience with C++ or similar systems-level programming languageExperience with Linux-based systemsExperience with higher-level user application developmentExperience working with performance-sensitive, distributed, or systems-oriented applicationsExperience with multithreaded or concurrent programmingStrong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environmentDemonstrated ability to learn new technologies and work across different layers of the software stackPreferred Qualifications:Experience with messaging frameworks (e.g., ZeroMQ or similar)Experience with containerization and CI/CD pipelinesExposure to radar, RF, or sensor systemsExperience with tools such as MATLAB or similar for analysis or prototyping