Description
General program information and/or position overview.
At Leidos, we are tackling some of the most critical challenges in national security and network modernization. As part of one of our largest Department of Defense (DoD) contracts, we are building a high-impact automation team focused on improving efficiency, reliability, and scalability across mission and enterprise operations.
We are seeking a Junior Automation Developer with hands-on experience in RPA and a strong interest in broader automation and software development . This role will support the design, development, and deployment of automation solutions using a mix of RPA platforms, scripting, low-code tools, and traditional programming approaches.
The work spans both mission-facing DoD solutions and internal Leidos enterprise initiatives, offering exposure to a wide range of business processes and technical challenges. Team members will contribute to streamlining workflows, reducing manual effort, and enabling teams to focus on higher-value work through well-designed automation.
Primary Responsibilities
Work on real-world automation problems where solutions eliminate repetitive manual work and improve operational efficiency
Develop, maintain, and enhance RPA workflows under the guidance of senior automation engineers
Build supporting automation components using Python, scripting, APIs, and low-code platforms such as Power Automate
Assist in designing end-to-end automation solutions that may combine RPA, scripts, services, and workflow tools
Participate in agile development cycles, incorporating stakeholder feedback and delivering incremental value
Track work and progress using Jira or Azure DevOps
Attend stakeholder meetings to gather requirements, clarify processes, and demonstrate automation solutions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure automations align with user needs, security, and compliance standards
Work within secure environments, ensuring solutions meet GovCloud, cybersecurity, and Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements
Contribute to documentation for automation workflows, development standards, and operational handoff
Required Skills and Experience
Must have an active Secret Security Clearance
BS degree and 4+ years of combined experience in automation development, software development, or a related technical role
Hands-on experience with RPA tools (e.g., UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, or similar)
Experience or strong interest in Python, scripting (PowerShell, Bash, etc.), or general-purpose programming
Exposure to UiPath, Power Automate or other workflow / low-code automation platforms
Familiarity with integrating systems using APIs, files, or databases
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate manual processes into automated solutions
Comfortable learning new tools and working in environments with evolving requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in government, DoD, or other regulated or secure environments
Exposure to intelligent automation concepts , such as AI-assisted automation, document processing, or chat-based tools
Basic understanding of software development best practices (version control, testing, documentation)
Experience supporting or maintaining production automations
Curiosity about emerging automation technologies and continuous improvement
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
February 5, 2026
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 $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
About Leidos
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 .
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 at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/) .
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
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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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.
