Lead Software Engineer

About

Leidos is actively seeking a TS/SCI cleared Lead Software Engineer to join our mission-driven team. This dynamic role supports our client's initiatives to design and implement modern data-centric architectures leveraging cloud-based computing, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and cross-domain transfer systems.

Why Join Us?

At Leidos, we are committed to empowering our employees through comprehensive training, collaborative teamwork, and exciting technical challenges. As part of our top-tier team, you will accelerate your career while contributing to meaningful projects that truly make a difference.

We offer:

• Flexible work arrangements (remote and on-site in Bethesda, MD).
• A collaborative environment that values innovation and professional development.
• Opportunities to work on mission-driven solutions utilizing cutting-edge technologies.

About the Role:

As a Lead Software Engineer, you will:

• Operate in a DevSecOps environment to ensure the continuous availability of biometric systems and data for end users.
• Take the lead in integrating, maintaining, and monitoring software systems for optimal performance.
• Design, implement, and enhance complex software systems, including processing-intensive analytics, real-time systems, and business management information systems.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineers, Software Engineers, Architects, and Operations teams to develop enterprise AFEM (Automated Facial Extraction and Matching) capabilities.
• Engage in testing, staging, and production deployments, ensuring system reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain software applications using C#.
• Implement API development, ETL processes, and enterprise search functionalities (e.g., Elasticsearch).
• Utilize DevOps tools like GitLab or Jenkins for CI/CD practices.
• Monitor automated system integration tests and address any abnormalities.
• Encourage team collaboration to deliver high-quality solutions to our clients.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of relevant experience or a Master's Degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Additional experience may substitute for a degree.
• Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the willingness to obtain and maintain a Polygraph.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in C# programming and API development.
  • Solid understanding of SQL Server, ETL processes, and application-level security.
  • Hands-on experience with microservices and logging systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with biometric systems and related SDKs.
• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and DevOps tools.
• Experience with AWS cloud architecture and services like Lambda.
• Experience in GPU processing with CUDA, PyTorch, etc.
• Knowledge of GraphQL, Python, Bash, Apache NiFi, and Kafka.
• Active certifications such as Security+ or CE.
• Proficiency in Linux server management and tools optimized for cross-platform environments.

Join Leidos and help us to innovate, disrupt, and achieve success in our mission! If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.