Embedded Software Engineer

Description

Leidos has new and exciting opportunities in our Intel Sector’s Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Mission Software, Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Offensive Cyber, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. Leidos is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support cryptographic core product development.

This role supports mission‑critical national security programs and requires an active TS/SCI with polygraph. You will be part of a high‑performing team delivering secure, cutting‑edge solutions across Security Engineering, Mission Software, SIGINT, CNO, and Cryptographic Key Management.

• Design, develop, test, debug, and document embedded software for custom electronic systems
• Support hardware and FPGA design, integration, and testing of cryptographic products
• Develop and execute software and system‑level test plans and integration activities
• Analyze system requirements and allocate functionality across hardware and software
• Support system certification, information assurance documentation, and configuration control
• Evaluate testing and integration risks and ensure requirements satisfaction
• Develop and maintain test systems, tools, and processes aligned with enterprise standards
• Provide integration support for new systems and baseline deployments

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (additional experience may substitute) and 12 years of overall experience
• 6+ years of embedded software development and test/integration experience
• Proficiency in C/C++ and/or Python
• Active TS/SCI with polygraph

• High‑speed encryption experience
• Knowledge of Rust
• Experience with Git Lab, Bash, and/or Tcl/Tk
• Familiarity with IASRD and secure system certification processes

Pay range: $ – $. Compensation is based on responsibilities, education, experience, and internal equity. Benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental 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 for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.