Rockville, MD · Hybrid
$131K - $237K/yr
Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Software Development, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social ...
Rockville, MD · Hybrid
$131K - $237K/yr
Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Software Development, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social ...
Rockville, MD · On-site
$131K - $237K/yr
Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Software Development, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social ...
Rockville, MD · On-site
$131K - $237K/yr
Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Software Development, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$121K - $160K/yr
At least 5 years of experience in software development (years pursuing graduate degrees may also be ... Experience with DevOps pipelines like GitLab and Bamboo. * Experience with additional languages ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$121K - $160K/yr
At least 5 years of experience in software development (years pursuing graduate degrees may also be ... Experience with DevOps pipelines like GitLab and Bamboo. * Experience with additional languages ...
Columbia, MD · On-site
$120K - $159K/yr
Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Software Engineer Job Code: 29459 Job Location: Columbia MD Job Schedule ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Columbia, MD · On-site
$120K - $159K/yr
Job Title: Sr. Specialist, Software Engineer Job Code: 29459 Job Location: Columbia MD Job Schedule ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
Job Title: Lead, Software Engineer (Advanced Sonar Systems) Job Code: 42766 Job Location ... Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
Job Title: Lead, Software Engineer (Advanced Sonar Systems) Job Code: 42766 Job Location ... Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree ...
Odenton, MD · On-site
Job Title: Lead, Software Engineer (Advanced Sonar Systems) Job Code: 42766 Job Location ... Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree ...
Odenton, MD · On-site
Job Title: Lead, Software Engineer (Advanced Sonar Systems) Job Code: 42766 Job Location ... Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
Job Title: Lead, Software Engineer (Advanced Sonar Systems) Job Code: 42766 Job Location ... Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
Job Title: Lead, Software Engineer (Advanced Sonar Systems) Job Code: 42766 Job Location ... Or, Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree ...
Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site
They are seeking Software Engineers to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems ... Graduate degree may be substituted for three (3) years of experience • PhD may be substituted for ...
Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site
They are seeking Software Engineers to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems ... Graduate degree may be substituted for three (3) years of experience • PhD may be substituted for ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$135K - $250K/yr
Lead, Software Engineer ( Software IPT Lead) Job Code : 42068 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$135K - $250K/yr
Lead, Software Engineer ( Software IPT Lead) Job Code : 42068 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
TapHere is looking for a self-starting, team-oriented Software Engineer, DevOps to join our dynamic ... Active TS SCI * Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience or graduate ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
TapHere is looking for a self-starting, team-oriented Software Engineer, DevOps to join our dynamic ... Active TS SCI * Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience or graduate ...
Rockville, MD · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Software Development, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social ...
Rockville, MD · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Software Development, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$135K - $250K/yr
Lead, Software Engineer ( Software IPT Lead) Job Code : 42068 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$135K - $250K/yr
Lead, Software Engineer ( Software IPT Lead) Job Code : 42068 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Lead, Software Engineer Job Code : 42068 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site) Schedule: 9/80 Regular ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Lead, Software Engineer Job Code : 42068 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site) Schedule: 9/80 Regular ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$135K - $250K/yr
Lead, Software Engineer Job Code : 42068 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site) Schedule: 9/80 Regular ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Herndon, VA · On-site
$135K - $250K/yr
Lead, Software Engineer Job Code : 42068 Job Location: Herndon, VA (on-site) Schedule: 9/80 Regular ... Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum ...
Vienna, VA · Remote
$90K - $110K/yr
... graduate with relevant internship experience * 6+ months of hands-on ServiceNow experience ... We are seeking a motivated ServiceNow Junior Developer to join our team and grow their skills in ...
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Vienna, VA · Remote
$90K - $110K/yr
... graduate with relevant internship experience * 6+ months of hands-on ServiceNow experience ... We are seeking a motivated ServiceNow Junior Developer to join our team and grow their skills in ...
Vienna, VA · Remote
$90K - $110K/yr
... graduate with relevant internship experience * 6+ months of hands-on ServiceNow experience ... We are seeking a motivated ServiceNow Junior Developer to join our team and grow their skills in ...
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Vienna, VA · Remote
$90K - $110K/yr
... graduate with relevant internship experience * 6+ months of hands-on ServiceNow experience ... We are seeking a motivated ServiceNow Junior Developer to join our team and grow their skills in ...
Vienna, VA · Remote
$90K - $110K/yr
... graduate with relevant internship experience * 6+ months of hands-on ServiceNow experience ... We are seeking a motivated ServiceNow Junior Developer to join our team and grow their skills in ...
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Vienna, VA · Remote
$90K - $110K/yr
... graduate with relevant internship experience * 6+ months of hands-on ServiceNow experience ... We are seeking a motivated ServiceNow Junior Developer to join our team and grow their skills in ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$130K - $210K/yr
Everforth ECS is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer - Embedded Software Engineer to work onsite ... Graduate degree ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$130K - $210K/yr
Everforth ECS is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer - Embedded Software Engineer to work onsite ... Graduate degree ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
TapHere is looking for a self-starting, team-oriented Sr. Software Engineer, AI/ML to join our ... Active TS SCI * Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience or graduate ...
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
TapHere is looking for a self-starting, team-oriented Sr. Software Engineer, AI/ML to join our ... Active TS SCI * Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience or graduate ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Steve is a graduate of the University of Maryland and serves on several corporate and charitable ... Software Engineer Location: Washington, DC Job Id: 767 # of Openings: 3 Software Engineer Location:
Washington, DC · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
Steve is a graduate of the University of Maryland and serves on several corporate and charitable ... Software Engineer Location: Washington, DC Job Id: 767 # of Openings: 3 Software Engineer Location:
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A Graduate Software Engineer is an entry-level role for individuals who have recently completed a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. They typically work as part of a development team, assisting in coding, testing, debugging, and maintaining software applications. This role provides hands-on experience with software development methodologies, programming languages, and industry tools. Graduate Software Engineers often receive mentorship and training to build their technical skills and industry knowledge. The job serves as a foundation for career growth in software development and engineering roles.
As a Graduate Software Engineer, your day often includes writing and reviewing code, participating in daily stand-up meetings, collaborating with other developers and cross-functional teams, and troubleshooting issues within the software. You may also be involved in testing, debugging, and learning new technologies, as well as working on ongoing projects under the mentorship of senior engineers. The role offers a mix of individual tasks and teamwork, allowing you to develop both technical skills and professional relationships. This collaborative environment provides an excellent foundation for growth and learning within the software industry.
To thrive as a Graduate Software Engineer, you need a solid grasp of programming languages, data structures, algorithms, and a relevant degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with integrated development environments (IDEs), version control systems like Git, and common frameworks or libraries is highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a willingness to learn are standout soft skills in this position. These skills are crucial for developing high-quality software, adapting to evolving technologies, and collaborating efficiently within dynamic engineering teams.
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Are you ready to thrive? Through training, teamwork, and exposure to challenging technical work, let Leidos show how to accelerate your career path.
Join Leidos' all-star team supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency's Enterprise Digital Modernization Accelerator initiative. This program is at the forefront of deploying enterprise-scale AI, data, and mission platform capabilities across cloud, edge, and classified environments. We are looking for creative, driven, and mission-focused professionals ready to take their career to the next level.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will:
Support the development of distributed backend services, APIs, and platform microservices supporting enterprise AI operations.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of analysts, engineers, and developers to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative, production-ready algorithms and platforms.
Apply cutting-edge techniques in statistical analysis, predictive analytics, entity resolution, graph analytics, explainable AI, and operational analytics.
Contribute to the integration of software development, AI, DevSecOps, data engineering, platform engineering, cybersecurity, and observability in a fast-paced, engineering-centric environment.
Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including remote and on-site work in the National Capital Region (Rockville, MD and/or Alexandria, VA).
What You Bring:
Bachelor's, Master's, or equivalent graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field (Software Development, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computational Social Science, etc.). Additiona/Relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.
12+ years of experience in software engineering, data science, analytics, or quantitative intelligence analysis, developing analytics and AI/ML solutions and demonstrating progressive technical development and outcomes. (4+ years with a Master's).
Active Top Secret clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI with Polygraph.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with hybrid teams to research, build, and deploy complex, user-friendly analytical platforms.
Track record of creative problem solving, active learning, and mission-focused outcomes.
Ability to analyze and assess software development or data acquisition requirements and determine optimum, cost-effective solutions.
Experience with the following:
Backend microservices
Distributed systems
API development
Event-driven architectures
Kubernetes-native application development
Cloud-native engineering
Preferred Languages
Rust
Go
Python
TypeScript
Django
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting military or intelligence community customers.
Familiarity with Azure/C2S, hardware platforms (CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs), and advanced analytical methodologies (social network analysis, supply chain analysis, NLP, classification algorithms, image processing).
Familiarity using git, svn, JIRA, or other version control technologies
Familiarity with the following technologies
NATS
Kafka
Redis
ClickHouse
OpenTelemetry
OpenRouter
LiteLLM
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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:June 25, 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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