AI Native Software Developer

Leidos • Reston, VA

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

Leidos is seeking an AI Software Developer to join the Airports, Borders, and Security (AB&S) Business Area within the Homeland Sector. This role will contribute to building the Travel & Customs Orchestration Platform, a hybrid-cloud, AI-driven system designed to sense data across the traveler journey, predict demand, orchestrate resources, and measure outcomes. The developer will independently design and implement software solutions, collaborating with systems engineering, product delivery, and DevSecOps teams. The primary focus is on developing microservices-based applications that support the platform's operating model, including the AI Detection Algorithm Marketplace. This position supports government programs and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a favorable Public Trust investigation. The role involves building and modernizing real-time, mission-critical systems for border and aviation security operations, applying AI tools to enhance development and system reliability. The platform serves various stakeholders including TSA, CBP/ICE, airport operators, eu-LISA, airlines, Frontex, ground handlers, and passengers. This is a Hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in the Reston, VA office.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree and 5 years related experience OR Master’s with 2 years of related experience; 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree
• Ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust; U.S. citizenship is required
• 1 year software development experience supporting a related industry border/aviation customer (TSA, CBP/ICE, eu-LISA, Frontex, airport operators, airlines)
• Hands-on experience with microservices and at least one modern language (Java, Python, C++)
• Experience with AI-assisted engineering tools and/or AI/ML-enabled systems
• Experience enhancing and maintaining existing software systems while preserving operational stability
• Ability to navigate large, complex distributed systems and translate them into higher-level architecture
• Agile experience; understanding of APIs and distributed systems

Nice To Haves

• SAFe, Kafka/event streaming, cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), Docker/Kubernetes, CI/CD, and DevSecOps experience

Responsibilities

• Design and build microservices supporting the platform’s Sense → Predict → Orchestrate → Measure model
• Integrate real-time data feeds (ATC, manifests, border processing, detection/security, kiosks, e-Gates) and contribute to the AI Detection Algorithm Marketplace
• Deliver features like dynamic staffing allocation, lane management, passenger routing, and predictive maintenance
• Work in an Agile/SAFe team with systems engineering, DevSecOps, and QA
• Write clean, tested code and use AI-assisted tools to speed development and improve quality
• Support troubleshooting, performance tuning, and continuous improvement to reduce wait times and increase throughput
• Implement modern automated testing strategies, including unit, integration, contract, and end-to-end testing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level