Application Software Engineer

Leidos

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$87,100–$157,450 / yr
Posted
2 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $158k
This role $122k
$74k most similar roles pay here $211k

This role pays less than 81% of similar roles. Most pay $133,770–$181,725 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $158k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 213 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$180,950 across 206 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Application Software Engineer

Leidos seeks an Applications Software Engineer to join its National Security Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area, where you will contribute to the development of tactical mobile and enterprise web applications that support cybersecurity and cryptographic key management. Your day-to-day responsibilities include full stack web application development, robust persistence layer implementation, and adherence to Agile Scrum methodologies, emphasizing Test Driven Development practices within Leidos' framework. You will work with a variety of technologies such as AngularJS, React, Node.js, and Selenium, while collaborating closely with software engineers, system engineers, and information assurance experts to ensure secure and efficient code. The role requires a BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience, active Secret Clearance, and proficiency in web-based development tools and continuous integration processes.

What you'll do

  • Develop web services and full-stack web applications in an Agile Scrum environment.
  • Implement robust persistence layers using software engineering best practices.
  • Apply secure software development principles and techniques to ensure code security.
  • Use automated testing tools and adopt Test Driven Development (TDD) practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including system engineers, test engineers, and QA.
  • Interface with various software components and understand their interface requirements.

What we're looking for

  • BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience (4+ years)
  • Active Secret Clearance required
  • Experience with web-based technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, XP)
  • Proficiency in UI/development frameworks (AngularJS, React, Node.js)
  • Familiarity with automated testing tools and Test Driven Development (TDD)

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