Description
The Defense Sector at Leidos is currently seeking a Junior Software Engineer with 2+ years of professional experience to join a collaborative, product-focused engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, testing, and delivery of software products written primarily in Java, Rust and JavaScript. You will work within an Agile development environment, partnering closely with other engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software that meets user needs.
This position does allow the ability to telework, but the chosen candidate must be within a reasonable driving distance to either Arlington, VA or Alexandria, VA. In addition, the chosen candidate must be able to be on site when asked.
Primary Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain software components and services using Java, Rust, and JavaScript
Build and enhance user-facing features using React
Collaborate with a cross-functional Agile team using Jira for planning, tracking, and execution
Contribute to continuous delivery pipelines with a strong emphasis on automated testing
Write and maintain unit, integration, and system tests to ensure software quality and reliability for backend and frontend systems
Leverage generative AI tools to assist with development, testing, documentation, and problem-solving where appropriate
Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and sprint ceremonies
Work closely with product and user-facing teams to incorporate feedback and improve functionality and usability
Support ongoing improvements to development practices, tooling, and processes
Basic Qualifications:
US Citizen with at least an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain an SCI prior to your start date
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2+ years of professional software development experience or a Master's degree with 1+ years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Proficiency in Java, Rust, and/or JavaScript, with willingness to work across both languages
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
Familiarity with Jira or similar Agile project management tools
Experience with automated testing frameworks and test-driven or test-focused development practices
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work effectively as part of a larger engineering team
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and continuous delivery practices
Exposure to cloud-based or distributed systems
Experience using or experimenting with AI-assisted development tools
Understanding of software usability and user-centered design principles
What We Offer
Opportunity to work on impactful software products delivered continuously to users
A collaborative team environment that values learning, feedback, and improvement
Support for modern development practices, automation, and emerging tools
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
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:
April 27, 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00
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 .
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos' name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system - never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .
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.
