Leidos

AI Software Engineer

Leidos

full-time

Posted on:

Location Type: Hybrid

Location: GaithersburgMarylandMinnesotaUnited States

Visit company website

Explore more

AI Apply
Apply

Salary

💰 $87,100 - $157,450 per year

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain software for real-time, high-availability systems
  • Apply AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, refactoring, debugging, and automated test generation
  • Analyze complex system requirements and translate them into efficient, maintainable designs
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts across development, test, and production environments

Requirements

  • AI-Driven Engineering Experience
  • Hands-on experience using AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar)
  • Strong object-oriented programming experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field with 4+ years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Proficiency in C, C++, and/or Ada (Ada preferred but not required)
  • Experience developing real-time, multi-threaded systems
  • Familiarity with Linux (Red Hat), virtual machines, and hypervisors
  • Experience with low-level communications protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, SCTP)
  • Understanding of human-in-the-loop development and responsible AI usage
  • Experience incorporating AI/ML techniques into software engineering workflows
Benefits
  • competitive compensation
  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
AI-Driven Engineeringobject-oriented programmingCC++Adareal-time systemsmulti-threaded systemsautomation scriptslow-level communications protocolsAI/ML techniques
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceMaster’s degree in Computer Science