Software Developer

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Gaithersburg, MDAshburn, VA
Salary: $87,100–$157,450 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 2 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $148k

This role $122k

$75k most similar roles pay here $202k

This role pays less than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $122,275–$173,700 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $148k 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 363 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 306 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Developer

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Software Developer The Software Developer joins the Air Traffic Business Area within the Homeland Sector to support the development of next-generation flight service and air traffic systems. This role focuses on modernizing legacy infrastructure by building scalable, cloud-based platforms for safety-critical aviation environments. Working within a Scaled Agile framework, you will design and implement containerized applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a highly regulated environment. Daily responsibilities include writing, testing, debugging, and maintaining source code, as well as participating in stand-ups and troubleshooting issues in lab settings. The role requires proficiency in Java, React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs. Additional technical requirements include experience with Linux, Git, Junit, Mockito, and AI-assisted development tools like Claude Code or Codex. Preferred skills include Python, Ansible, MongoDB, and DevSecOps practices.

What does a Software Developer earn?

Median $149350 from 75 postings across 16 companies.

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Skills

Java React HTML CSS JavaScript Spring Framework Spring Security Spring Boot JUnit Mockito RESTful API JSON XML XSD Linux Git Subversion Python Ansible YAML MongoDB DevSecOps CI/CD Agile SAFe

What you'll do

Write, test, debug, and maintain source code within an Agile/SAFe environment.
Develop containerized applications using Java, Spring Boot, and React.
Design and implement software solutions to solve complex technical issues.
Write and execute unit and functional tests using tools like JUnit and Mockito.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in both lab and operational environments.
Integrate modern cloud-native capabilities into safety-critical flight service systems.
Support system engineering, test engineering, and system owner teams as needed.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field with 4-8 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience.
Significant experience with Java programming language.
Significant experience with React and web development tools like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Significant experience with unit testing tools such as Junit and Mockito.
Experience with Spring Framework, Spring Security, Spring Boot, RESTful API, JSON, XML, XSD, Linux, and version control systems.
Experience with AI-assisted software development workflows, cloud-based systems, and Agile environments.
Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable SF-85 Public Trust suitability determination.
Knowledge of Python, Ansible, DevSecOps, MongoDB, or air traffic control (preferred).

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