Software Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
In this role, the Software Engineer will develop and maintain APIs written in Python and MATLAB used to control Hardware Test Equipment, design and build a GUI to serve as a user-facing interface for ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
In this role, the Software Engineer will develop and maintain APIs written in Python and MATLAB used to control Hardware Test Equipment, design and build a GUI to serve as a user-facing interface for ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
In this role, the Software Engineer will develop and maintain APIs written in Python and MATLAB used to control Hardware Test Equipment, design and build a GUI to serve as a user-facing interface for ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
We are seeking a talented software engineer with a strong computer science background to assist in design, development, integration, testing, and QA of a complex cloud-based software planning system.
San Diego, CA · On-site
We are seeking a talented software engineer with a strong computer science background to assist in design, development, integration, testing, and QA of a complex cloud-based software planning system.
San Diego, CA · On-site
Our EW division currently has an exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer to perform design, development, and hardware/software integration in San Diego, CA. Leidos is a DOD leader in electronic ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
Our EW division currently has an exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer to perform design, development, and hardware/software integration in San Diego, CA. Leidos is a DOD leader in electronic ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
We're looking for an early career Software Engineer to help us build, ship, and secure world class, mission critical software deployed across a variety of platforms and environments. The ideal ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
We're looking for an early career Software Engineer to help us build, ship, and secure world class, mission critical software deployed across a variety of platforms and environments. The ideal ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
CPMC, LLC is seeking creative and skilled Software Engineer to join our team for an government contract proposal with the Department of Navy. We are hiring for both Mid-Level and Senior-Level ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
CPMC, LLC is seeking creative and skilled Software Engineer to join our team for an government contract proposal with the Department of Navy. We are hiring for both Mid-Level and Senior-Level ...
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is seeking a Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer - DevSecOps to join the Ground Segment team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Software ...
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is seeking a Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer - DevSecOps to join the Ground Segment team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Software ...
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is seeking a Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer - DevSecOps to join the Ground Segment team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Software ...
Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is seeking a Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer - DevSecOps to join the Ground Segment team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Software ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$110K - $125K/yr
Job brief Quest Diagnostics is looking for a Software Engineer to create well-designed, effective, testable, and specification-compliant code and carry out the entire product development lifecycle.
San Diego, CA · On-site
$110K - $125K/yr
Job brief Quest Diagnostics is looking for a Software Engineer to create well-designed, effective, testable, and specification-compliant code and carry out the entire product development lifecycle.
San Diego, CA · On-site
Are you a Software Engineer looking for an opportunity to leverage your extensive experience and work on container-based deployments? Would you like an opportunity to work on cutting-edge integration ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
Are you a Software Engineer looking for an opportunity to leverage your extensive experience and work on container-based deployments? Would you like an opportunity to work on cutting-edge integration ...
Oceanside, CA · On-site
$110K - $125K/yr
Job brief Quest Diagnostics is looking for a Software Engineer to create well-designed, effective, testable, and specification-compliant code and carry out the entire product development lifecycle.
Oceanside, CA · On-site
$110K - $125K/yr
Job brief Quest Diagnostics is looking for a Software Engineer to create well-designed, effective, testable, and specification-compliant code and carry out the entire product development lifecycle.
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$125K - $175K/yr
Software Engineer III ID: 1158 Location: San Diego, CA Description Gnostech, LLCis seeking a skilled Software Engineer III to support the Navy and Marine Corps (NAVWAR/NIWC Pacific) Meteorology and ...
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$125K - $175K/yr
Software Engineer III ID: 1158 Location: San Diego, CA Description Gnostech, LLCis seeking a skilled Software Engineer III to support the Navy and Marine Corps (NAVWAR/NIWC Pacific) Meteorology and ...
Temecula, CA · On-site
$150K - $175K/yr
Senior Software Engineer / Technical Leader (Individual Contributor) Core Technologies: C/C++, Cryptography, Python, Linux/POSIX, Systems Programming Focus Areas: Secure software, cryptographic ...
Temecula, CA · On-site
$150K - $175K/yr
Senior Software Engineer / Technical Leader (Individual Contributor) Core Technologies: C/C++, Cryptography, Python, Linux/POSIX, Systems Programming Focus Areas: Secure software, cryptographic ...
Rancho Santa Fe, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
Rancho Santa Fe, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: ** This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship. ** As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: ** This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship. ** As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
Cardiff By The Sea, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
Cardiff By The Sea, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
La Jolla, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
La Jolla, CA · On-site
$87K - $157K/yr
We're looking for a Software Engineer / Computer Scientist who thrives on solving hard problems and pushing the boundaries of performance. You'll join a cross-disciplinary team of scientists and ...
Temecula, CA · On-site
$115K - $120K/yr
Junior Software Engineer Cryptography, Systems & Secure Infrastructure Role Type: Junior Software Engineer (Hands-On Growth Role) Core Technologies: C/C++, Python, Linux, Containers, Security ...
Temecula, CA · On-site
$115K - $120K/yr
Junior Software Engineer Cryptography, Systems & Secure Infrastructure Role Type: Junior Software Engineer (Hands-On Growth Role) Core Technologies: C/C++, Python, Linux, Containers, Security ...
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| Aspect | Entry Software Engineer | Junior Software Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's in CS or related field, some internships | Bachelor's in CS or related field, internship experience helpful |
| Work Environment | Team-based, collaborative projects, entry-level tasks | Supportive team, learning-focused, entry-level coding |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Tech companies, startups, corporate IT departments | Tech firms, software companies, startups |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Understanding entry-level roles, career path | Clarifying job responsibilities, entry-level positions |
Both roles are entry-level positions in software development, often requiring similar educational backgrounds and internships. The term "Entry Software Engineer" emphasizes a broader engineering role with potential involvement in design and architecture, while "Junior Software Developer" typically focuses on coding and implementation tasks. Employers may use these titles interchangeably, but understanding the nuances helps candidates target the right opportunities.

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Today, Electronic Warfare is a growing enterprise - protecting the warfighter and our national security against ever-adapting threats. Our EW division currently has an exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer to perform design, development, and hardware/software integration in San Diego, CA.
Leidos is a DOD leader in electronic design and chiplet manufacture. Our division primarily focuses on research & development and advanced prototyping, transforming state-of-the-art processing algorithms into real-time software systems. Projects involve small multi-disciplinary teams of engineers working together in spiral or agile development environments to meet aggressive customer schedules aimed at near-term field demonstrations. Leidos utilizes its proprietary design methodology for hardware software co-design to manufacture custom SoC and IP for high performance applications.
In this role, the Software Engineer will develop and maintain APIs written in Python and MATLAB used to control Hardware Test Equipment, design and build a GUI to serve as a user-facing interface for the Leidos SoC products, and develop complex, highly integrated testing system for RF signal processing applications.
Join a team of experts in implementing high-performance signal processing on custom system-on-chip (SoC) hardware and building the tools that enable analysis, rapid prototyping, and deployment of cutting-edge algorithms.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Contributing to design and development of advanced systems as a part of multi-disciplinary teams.These teams are made up of other software team members and subject matter experts from the areas of systems engineering, hardware, firmware, RF front end design, and signal processing.
Designing, implementing, and testing object-oriented applications in Python/MATLAB
Designing, implementing, and testing software to configure and control RF hardware devices
Integrating low-level software with a user-facing GUI
Developing Hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) tests to validate low-level software APIs
Designing and implementing test framework for implementing HITL tests and deploying applications in HITL test environments
Documentation of the developed test software and embedded systems
Clearly communicating technical details of test software to internal and external engineers
Supporting system field testing and collection events, usually about a week in duration once or twice a year
At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits http://www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits, including 4 or more weeks Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in Electronic Warfare Technology!
At Leidos we value passion for learning. If you believe you have what it takes to succeed in this role and are eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.
The successful candidate will have the following basic education/experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science, or related discipline
4+ years of software development experience, including strong experience in programming in Python, MATLAB, or C++
Strong understanding of object-oriented design
Basic understanding of hardware-software interaction and basic computer architecture
Experience with hardware interfaces (e.g. PCIe, UART, Ethernet)
Experience with build tools (e.g. GCC, CMake, or Make)
Experience using version control (e.g. git, Subversion) and continuous integration software tools (e.g. Jenkins)
Experience with software testing tools and methodology
Experience in creating and maintaining technical documentation fordeveloped software
Ability to communicate and share ideas, concepts, and designs with a team of engineers
Demonstrated ability and motivation to continually learn new technical skills and concepts
Understanding of unit test frameworks and test-driven development practices
Must have active Secret level security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
Bonus education/experience:
Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
Active security clearance higher than the Secret level
Ability to debug embedded systems using tools like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
Experience maintaining, tracking, and updating ticket/status using Gitlab or similar interface
Experience using common scripting languages (e.g. bash)
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If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:April 21, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.
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