Kinetics Sr Software Engineer

Overview

Leidos’ Defense Systems Kinetics Business Area is seeking a Software Developer to join our team as part of the Strategic High-speed Advanced Development Organization. The candidate will apply domain knowledge to integrated digital engineering for conceptual system development, providing operational analysis and military utility assessments for national defense. We are looking for an experienced C++ and Python Developer with 8+ years of experience in a similar position.

You will design and implement high-performance, scalable software solutions using C++, and deliver robust applications while collaborating with our team of developers and engineers.

• Design, develop, and manage high-performance software applications using C++
• Design, develop, and manage software applications and transformations using Python
• Implement and optimize code for performance, security, and memory efficiency
• Write robust, efficient, and scalable C++ code for real-time, embedded, and desktop applications
• Monitor and optimize the performance and responsiveness of C++ applications across multiple platforms
• Integrate third-party libraries, tools, and APIs into C++ applications for enhanced functionality
• Collaborate with developers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration with other systems
• Run unit, integration, and performance tests to ensure stability
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards, security protocols, and best practices in C++ development
• Participate in agile development processes and contribute to continuous improvement of workflows

• 8+ years of related work experience with software development using C++ and Python
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms with C++
• Strong understanding of memory management, multithreading, and concurrency in C++
• Experience integrating C++ applications with back-end technologies or third-party libraries
• Familiarity with C++ standards (C++11/14/17/20) and STL
• Understanding of version control systems such as GIT
• Knowledge of performance optimization, profiling, and debugging tools for C++ (a plus)
• Experience with security best practices in C++ development (preferred)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of teamwork
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, focused on delivering high-quality software
• Ability to travel as needed
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar field with 8+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 6+ years of experience; in lieu of degree, High School diploma with 12 years of experience
• Active Secret Clearance

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit

Pay range for this job level is $ - $. Additional factors considered in offering include responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and market data. Details at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws.