Junior Software Developer

Leidos • Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Leidos FS2 Aero team is hiring a junior software developer for a six-month temporary-to-permanent position supporting the Aeronautical Navigation Office. The role involves developing software skills while helping administer and modify existing GOTS code and integrate open-source software solutions for display in a web application. The developer will work with C#/Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, and shell scripting, and contribute to software documentation, version control, and DevOps-based delivery of features in an Agile environment. The role also participates in Agile planning and collaborates with teammates to assess, test, and deliver functionality against user story acceptance criteria.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret clearance; ability to obtain TS/SCI before starting, maintain TS/SCI, and obtain a successful CI polygraph after hire.
• Bachelor of Science degree or certification and 2–4 years of relevant experience; experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• At least 2 years of experience with a JavaScript, Python, or C# development framework.
• At least 2 years of experience working with web-enabled applications.
• Experience in software development or software integration projects in a service-oriented environment (Cloud, SOA, or Web Services) or a virtualization environment.
• Proactive self-starter with a positive, willing attitude and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities, manage workload efficiently, and deliver high-quality work with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with teams and communicate complex ideas to varied audiences.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience with DoD software requirements.
• At least 2 years of experience working in a government cloud environment.
• AWS Solutions or DevOps certification.
• Experience with team collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• DoD 8570-compliant certification, such as Security+.

Responsibilities

• Build software coding knowledge while providing system administration and modifying existing GOTS code to integrate open-source software solutions for display in a web application.
• Create and document new and existing functionality in software version control repositories, including GitLab.
• Use DevOps principles and tools to deliver new features within an Agile construct.
• Participate in Agile software development activities, including standups, planning, and increment planning, using Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Collaborate with team members to assess tickets and ensure functionality is tested and delivered according to User Story Acceptance Criteria.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level