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Software Engineers - 25k Sign on Bonus

LEIDOS, INC.
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2026
Leidos anticipates several new and exciting opportunities for Software Engineers in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security! These positions will be eligible for a sign on bonus of 💰$25,000. Leidos is seeking driven and experienced Full Stack Software Engineers to support a high-stakes, mission-critical program. In these roles, you'll help architect, develop, and integrate software solutions that shape national security and drive meaningful innovation. Join an Agile team where your expertise won’t just be valued—it will be vital. Primary Responsibilities Design, develop, and enhance secure software applications and systems Integrate new software into evolving operational environments Analyze user needs to craft efficient and scalable solutions Debug and optimize existing software for performance and reliability Implement complex algorithms that meet rigorous technical standards Create and maintain system documentation and technical reports Collaborate in Agile Scrum teams to deliver rapid, high-quality releases Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline. In lieu of degree an additional 4 years of software engineering may be considered 7 to 20 years of software engineering experience supporting programs of similar type and scope will be required Familiarity with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue) Proven ability to lead technical efforts and ensure code quality Experience with modern programming languages such as Java Clearance Requirement: Must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph Preferred Proficient in Java for backend development Strong knowledge of Git, Linux, Jira, Eclipse, and Confluence This posting is for multiple opportunities ranging in years of experience. Level of opportunity, including compensation, will be matched to a candidate’s experience conmd CSSRC We’re not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We’re looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don’t wait to be told what’s next. At Leidos, we’re not following the roadmap — we’re redrawing it. Original Posting: November 14, 2025 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. Pay Range: Pay Range $148,850.00 - $269,075.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenue of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information visit www.Leidos.com. Pay and Benefits 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 here. Securing Your Data Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information at any part of the employment application process. And Leidos will communicate with you only through emails that are sent from a Leidos.com email address. If you receive an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information, please report the email to spam.leidos@leidos.com. Commitment and Diversity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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