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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Software Engineer - **Company:** Leidos, Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $57,850.0 - $104,575.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Apache Tomcat, Apple Mac Systems, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Linux, JSON, WildFly (JBoss AS), PostgreSQL, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Microsoft PowerPoint, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, Web Applications, Web Application Frameworks, Web Services Description Language, Extensible Markup Language (XML), ReactJS, Git, SC Clearance, Bitbucket, Web Technologies, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Programming Languages - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=303de94d582d3ebd ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years of experience or a Masters degree. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * US Citizen with at least an active Secret clearance or higher with the ability to maintain your clearance during your employment with Leidos. * Hands-on experience with Java/C++ and object-oriented programming (applicants will be tested). * Hands-on experience with JavaScript and JS frameworks such as React. * Ability to apply software development process fundamentals. * Strong, self-motivated desire to learn new programming languages, tools, frameworks, and techniques. * Ability to complete tasking independently with minimal direct supervision. * Ability to work and collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplined engineering team. Preferred Qualifications: * Familiarity with basic web technologies including HTML, CSS, XML, REST, JSON, SOAP, and WSDL * Familiarity with web application technologies, such as Apache Tomcat, JBoss, etc. * Knowledge of a version control system (e.g., Git). * Knowledge of Agile Development methodologies. * Familiarity with multiple operating systems (Mac OSX, Windows, LINUX, etc.). * Familiarity with at least one Relational Database Management System (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, etc.). * Proficiency with MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Visio, & PowerPoint). * Familiarity with NoSql databases (MongoDB, etc.). * Familiarity with server-side JavaScript. ## Description * Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug mission critical software source code using modern software development languages and tools, such as java. * Participate in the full software development lifecycle, working within broadly defined parameters. * Use Agile development tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket/Git to manage work and collaborate with your teams. * Support creation and updating of all relevant documentation and specifications for design, development and testing. * Identify potential roadblocks and develop around them. * Plan and estimate development tasks and work to improve performance metrics. * Develop maintainable code that matches specification. * Develop automated tests leveraging a continuous integration process. * Own delivery of small parts of a system or application. * Work closely with other engineers to develop the best technical design and approach for new product development. * Build software solutions where the solution is not always well defined but always considers the customer first. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Fireside Chat with Lea](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/551-fireside-chat-with-lea) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)