Journeyman Software Engineer

Leidos

Journeyman Software Engineer developing enterprise data and analytics solutions for Leidos. Collaborating with government partners in a complex stakeholder environment with a focus on mission impact.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeAlexandria • Maryland, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $87,100 - $157,450 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityGoJavaMicroservicesPythonTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, test, and maintain software applications and services supporting system capabilities.
Implement software solutions using modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, or similar).
Support development of APIs, microservices, and distributed system components.
Assist in integrating software with cloud infrastructure and DevSecOps pipelines.
Support automated build, test, and deployment processes within CI/CD pipelines.
Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and resolution of software defects and integration issues.
Collaborate with DevOps, infrastructure, and cybersecurity teams to support integrated delivery.
Maintain technical documentation, code repositories, and software artifacts.
Participate in SAFe ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, or related technical discipline and at least 4 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience.
Current DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification appropriate for Basic System Administrator roles (e.g., Security+, Network+, A+, or equivalent).
Minimum of 2 years of experience in software engineering and development.
Experience developing software applications in enterprise environments.
Experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, or similar.
Experience developing APIs or microservices-based applications.
Experience working with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
Strong knowledge of DevSecOps principles and practices.
Experience supporting Agile or SAFe environments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive compensation
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

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Hard Skills & Tools

JavaPythonGoAPIsmicroservicesCI/CDDevSecOpsdebuggingtroubleshootingsoftware development

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingorganizational skillsteamworkadaptabilityattention to detailcritical thinkingtime managementleadership

Certifications

Top Secret (TS) clearanceDoD 8570/8140 certificationSecurity+Network+A+