Software Engineer

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$107,900–$195,050 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
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Competitive pay

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $157k
This role $151k
$97k most similar roles pay here $209k

This role pays less than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $137,500–$177,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $151k versus about $157k 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 251 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 235 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Engineer

Software Engineer As part of the Cyber & Analytics Business Area within the INTEL Sector, this Software Engineer will support the analysis, design, development, and testing of cross-platform applications. The role involves building maintainable, secure, and reliable code while collaborating with UI/UX, system, AI, and QA teams to meet specific customer requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing configuration, integrating modules across different languages, and interfacing with APIs and host systems in virtualized or containerized environments. The position requires proficiency in C++, Linux, Android, SQLite, and the Qt framework. Candidates must apply object-oriented and functional programming principles to develop optimized software for embedded applications and mobile devices. This role operates within an Agile Scrum environment to solve technical challenges involving Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations, Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence, and Cryptographic Key Management.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214000 from 777 postings across 68 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and test cross-platform applications for Linux and Android operating systems.
  • Write maintainable, efficient, and secure code using C++ and the Qt framework.
  • Integrate modules across different programming languages and manage SQLite databases.
  • Develop user interfaces for embedded applications and mobile devices using modern graphics frameworks.
  • Optimize software performance for resource-limited hardware environments.
  • Manage configuration of software components using tools like Git or Subversion.
  • Interface with various APIs and host systems including virtualized, containerized, and hardware platforms.

What we're looking for

  • Active Secret DoD security clearance.
  • BS Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
  • 8 to 12 years of experience.
  • 8+ years of experience developing for Linux/Unix and Android operating systems.
  • 8+ years of experience with C++.
  • 1 to 4 years of experience with Qt and Android application platforms.
  • Experience in design and implementation of user interfaces for embedded applications or mobile devices.
  • Current Security+ Certification (must be obtained within 90 days of hire).

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