Senior Signals Software Engineer - 25k Sign on Bonus

Leidos•Columbia, MD

1d•$154,050 - $278,475

About The Position

Leidos is hiring a Senior Signals Software Engineer in its Intel Sectors, Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). The role supports work across security engineering, computer network operations, mission software, analytical methods and modeling, signals intelligence, and cryptographic key management. The position is eligible for a $25,000 sign-on bonus. The engineer analyzes user requirements and derives software design and performance specifications; develops and enhances software; debugs defects; and applies signal-processing techniques and digital-modulation methods. The role uses C++ and Java in Linux environments, integrates software into systems, supports testing, documents software and systems, and applies scientific analysis and mathematical models to design solutions and predict outcomes. Candidates must meet the stated education and experience requirements and have an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Leidos lists benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, retirement-plan matching, flexible schedules, discounted stock purchase plans, technical upskilling, education and training support, and paid parental leave.

Requirements

A master's or bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, with 15 or more years of experience; seven years of additional SSWE or equivalent experience on projects with similar software processes may substitute for a bachelor's degree.
Seven years of experience as an SSWE or equivalent on a project focused on Radio Frequency (RF).
RF experience including Fourier transforms, filtering, communications theory, digital modulation, error-control coding, signals-analysis tools (e.g., WVT, DVT), and digital signal processing (e.g., adaptive beamforming/filtering and demodulation).
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Nice To Haves

Experience with software-defined radio architectures (e.g., SCA, REDHAWK, GNU) and commercial wireless standards.
Proficiency with software configuration management tools such as GIT, Trac, or Subversion.
Familiarity with Python, Eclipse IDE, Google Protocol Buffer, and model-based design tools such as MATLAB or SIMULINK.
Knowledge of service-oriented architecture, Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud deployment such as AWS.
Expertise in front-end technologies such as JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS, including React, Vue, or Angular.
Experience with REST APIs, WebSockets, and JavaScript 3D libraries; Three.js is a plus.
Background in Agile development teams and geolocation techniques.

Responsibilities

Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance specifications.
Design, develop, and enhance software to add features or improve existing functionality.
Debug and resolve defects in software systems.
Use signal-processing techniques and digital-modulation methods.
Develop software using C++ and Java within Linux operating systems.
Integrate software into new or modified systems and ensure seamless operation.
Lead or participate in developing and executing test procedures for software components.
Write and review software and system documentation, and recommend improvements to processes and standards.
Apply scientific analysis and mathematical models to design software solutions and predict outcomes.