Leidos is hiring a Jr Software Developer to support development of next-generation flight service and air traffic systems for FAA modernization efforts. The role develops containerized, cloud-based software and collaborates with engineering, product delivery, and DevSecOps teams in a safety-critical Agile environment.
Responsible for software development activities both individually and as a member of a team including writing, testing, debugging, and maintaining source code within an Agile environment
Actively participate in daily stand-ups, Release Planning, and other related team activities
Write and execute unit and functional tests
Troubleshoot and participate in the resolution of technical issues in lab and operational environments
Provide support as needed for system engineering, test engineering, and system owner teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field with 2-4 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with less than 2 years of experience
Experience with Java programming language
Experience with React
Experience with Web development and commonly used front-end tools and languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Experience with Linux
Experience with version control systems such as Git or Subversion
Experience with common development tools and IDEs (Eclipse, VS Code, etc.)
Knowledge of AI-assisted software development tools and workflows (i.e. Claude Code, Codex, etc.)
Knowledge of Cloud-based systems
Knowledge of unit testing tools such as Junit and Mockito
Understanding of sound software development principles and practices
Ability to plan and prioritize personal tasking and be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Independent thinker, capable of performing high quality work, both independently and with a team in a fast-moving environment
Ability to obtain SF-85 Public Trust suitability determination
US citizenship required
Preferred
Knowledge of or experience working within the Agile/SAFe framework
Knowledge of or experience with RESTful API, JSON, XML, XSD
Knowledge of or experience with Spring Framework, Spring Security, and Spring Boot
Knowledge of or experience with Python programming language
Knowledge of or experience with Ansible playbooks and YAML
Knowledge of or experience with Linux shell scripting
Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
Knowledge of or experience with MongoDB
Knowledge of air traffic control and flight services
Benefits
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
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