Lead Software Developer

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Gaithersburg, MD · Ashburn, VA
Salary
$87,100–$157,450 / yr
Posted
25 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $189k
This role $122k
$71k most similar roles pay here $240k

This role pays less than 86% of similar roles. Most pay $160,893–$216,300 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $189k 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 245 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$195,050 across 235 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Software Developer

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Leidos seeks a Lead Software Developer to join its Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector, focusing on developing containerized applications in an Agile/SAFe environment for government programs. The role involves software development activities including coding, testing, debugging, and maintaining source code while participating in daily stand-ups and release planning. Key responsibilities include resolving complex technical issues, executing unit and functional tests, and collaborating with system engineering teams. Ideal candidates have 4-8 years of experience with Java, React, and web development tools like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, as well as expertise in Spring Framework, RESTful APIs, and version control systems such as Git. Experience with AI-assisted software development workflows, Linux, and cloud-based systems is also required. The position demands strong communication skills and the ability to obtain a Public Trust investigation.

Skills

Java React HTML CSS JavaScript Junit Mockito RESTful API JSON XML XSD Spring Framework Spring Security Spring Boot Linux Git Cloud-based systems Agile DevSecOps CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Develop containerized applications and solutions to complex issues within an Agile/SAFe environment.
  • Write, test, debug, and maintain source code for government programs.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues in lab and operational environments.
  • Participate in daily stand-ups and other team activities related to software development.
  • Provide support for system engineering, test engineering, and system owner teams as needed.

What we're looking for

  • Significant experience with Java programming language and React.
  • Proficiency in web development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, RESTful API, JSON, XML, XSD.
  • Experience with unit testing tools like Junit and Mockito, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.
  • Familiarity with Linux, version control systems (Git or Subversion), and cloud-based systems.
  • Ability to work effectively in an Agile/SAFe environment.
  • US citizenship required for obtaining Public Trust clearance.

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