Software Developer

CLEARANCE REQUIRED: This role will require attainment and maintenance of SC clearance

Leidos heritage companies pioneered the development of air traffic control systems in the United States more than 50 years ago. Today our systems handle 75 per cent of the air traffic in the U.S. and approximately 60 per cent of the world's air traffic. When it comes to air traffic safety and efficiency, our proven track record and industry-leading innovations make us the world's most trusted air traffic control partner. Our support to UK Air Traffic Management (ATM) began with NATS in the early 1990's, starting with the development of the current in-service system; and we are now at the heart of the innovative development work to modernise ATM solutions.

This is an opportunity to work on an exciting programme delivering critical services and infrastructure key to the future of UK Air Traffic Management. This role will mainly be on site at Whiteley (near Portsmouth) however there will be opportunities to work remotely once the system is fully understood.

The software engineer will work in a rapidly changing environment, delivering software of a high quality to wide range of difficult problems. They will work as part of a team performing all software development activities throughout the development life cycle. The position will require understanding and application of the software engineering standards, principles and best practices

Candidates must be a competent developer with sound technical knowledge, which will enhance the delivery of technical solutions to our customer.

You will have excellent communication skills coupled with a combination of the following, * Experience of developing software in C and C++/Experience of developing software in Ada 95/Knowledge of using APIs

• Experience of developing on Real Time Operating System (RTOS) like Linux.
• Enthusiastic self-starter with good verbal communication
• Excellent written communication through the use of e-mail, presentations and reports
• Comprehensive understanding of various software development methodologies
• Knowledge of configuration management within a software engineering environment (e.g. Subversion, Git)

Desired Skills:

• Experience of developing software in Java
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code and container technologies (e.g. Puppet, Docker)
• Experience of Atlassian tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence)
• Experience with public cloud platforms (e.g. AWS)
• Experience of scripting languages (e.g. Python)
• Experience of systems / software design tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect, Cameo Systems Modeller)

Ensuring delivery of clean, quality code within a software development environment

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Leidos UK & Europe - we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now." If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You'll fit right in. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £61,500.00-£78,800.00, 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 www.Leidos.com.