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# Software Engineer

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Chevy Chase, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $87,100.0 - $157,450.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Troubleshooting, Git, Containerization, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/fde73744-642e-4362-8059-ba4bf06cb62b/software-engineer

## About the Role

* BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field and 4 or more years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2 or more years of prior relevant experience.
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 * To be considered, must have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility and ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph.
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 * Experience developing software applications using Python
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 * Experience with containerization technologies
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 * Experience developing and troubleshooting software in a Linux environment
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 * Experience using Git and collaborative software development workflows
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 * Strong verbal and written communication skills
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 * Experience working in an Agile software development environment
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 * Ability to work independently on assigned development tasks while collaborating effectively with a cross-functional team
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## Description

Leidos has an exciting opening for you, as our next TS/SCI cleared Software Engineer supporting a long-term DIA-NDOC DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP) contract. You will work closely with Systems Engineers, Software Engineers, Architects, and Operations Engineering/Management on a broad scope of activities extending across the development of systems, including middle-tier and backend engineering tasks., As a Software Engineer you will lead an application team responsible for maintaining the continuous flow of new software enhancements and deployments, while you manage risks, escalate impediments, and help to drive continuous process improvement.