Software Engineer

Leidos

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Work type: On-site
Location: Reston, VA
Posted: 4 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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

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Leidos seeks a Software Engineer to join its dynamic R&D team, focusing on developing advanced Knowledge Management systems that drive data-driven decision-making in national security missions. This role involves designing and building scalable platforms using data engineering, AI, and full-stack development techniques, including modern web applications with React or Angular for front-end and FastAPI for back-end, as well as integrating Generative AI/LLM APIs like OpenAI and Anthropic. The ideal candidate will have experience in software development, system design, and cloud platforms such as AWS, along with proficiency in Python, Java, C++, R, JavaScript/TypeScript, and knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases, ensuring solutions are deployed in secure, containerized environments for optimal performance and security.

Skills

Python Java C++ React Angular FastAPI SQL NoSQL AWS Docker ETL Generative AI OpenAI pytest Linux Unix Windows Jest Data Pipelines Cloud Platforms Containerization Technologies

What you'll do

Design and develop Knowledge Management systems including data pipelines and AI-enabled platforms.
Build modern web applications (front-end and back-end) to support search, discovery, and analysis.
Develop and maintain ETL pipelines and data lake architectures for scalable solutions.
Integrate AI/ML capabilities, including Generative AI and LLM APIs into software projects.
Ensure software quality through testing, validation, and performance optimization in secure environments.

What we're looking for

Experience in software development and system design with computer science principles.
Proficiency in Python, Java, C++, R, JavaScript/TypeScript, React/Angular, FastAPI.
Expertise in data pipelines, ETL processes, SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud platforms (AWS).
Knowledge of Generative AI/LLM APIs and software testing frameworks.
Ability to work in secure, cloud-based, containerized environments and collaborate with stakeholders.
TS/SCI w/Polygraph clearance and U.S. Citizenship required.
Interest in supporting Intelligence Community and DoD missions.

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