Applications Software Engineer

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$107,900–$195,050 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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This role $151k
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This role pays less than 58% of similar roles. Most pay $127,100–$192,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $151k versus about $160k 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 264 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 245 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Applications Software Engineer

As an Applications Software Engineer within the Cyber & Analytics Business Area, you will join a team focused on security engineering and cryptographic key management. You will develop tactical mobile applications and enterprise web applications to support cybersecurity and information assurance domains. Your daily responsibilities include full-stack web development, building robust persistence layers, and implementing secure software practices in an Agile Scrum environment. You will utilize technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like AngularJS, Ionic, or React. The role involves using tools for automated testing, continuous integration, and version control including Git, Jenkins, and Maven. You will also work with databases like PostgreSQL or SQL Server to deliver secure solutions for the warfighter. Key technical requirements include experience with REST/SOAP architectures, TDD practices, and various web server configurations like Tomcat or Wildfly.

What you'll do

  • Develop web services and full-stack web applications in an Agile Scrum environment.
  • Implement robust persistence layer solutions for cybersecurity and cryptographic key management systems.
  • Apply S.O.L.I.D. coding principles to ensure code is maintainable, secure, and fault-tolerant.
  • Execute secure software development practices to protect critical infrastructure interfaces.
  • Manage continuous integration and automated testing processes using industry-standard tools.
  • Establish and enforce Test Driven Development (TDD) standards within the team framework.
  • Develop mobile applications for tactical use in cybersecurity domains.

What we're looking for

  • A BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience is required.
  • Candidates must have at least 8 years of relevant experience.
  • An active Secret Clearance is required.
  • Experience with web-based technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is required.
  • Experience working in Scrum methodology or other Agile environments is required.
  • Experience with UI/Development frameworks such as AngularJS, Ionic, GWT, SmartGWT, Qt, React, or Node.js is required.
  • Experience with automated testing tools and Test Driven Development (TDD) practices is required.
  • A DoD 8570 approved security certification (e.g., Security+) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

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