Senior Software Engineer

Leidos•Vista, CA

About The Position

The Senior Software Engineer will serve as an experienced technical contributor solving complex technical issues and driving innovation within the team. This individual will play a key role in leading technical projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring the delivery of secure, high-quality software solutions. The role also emphasizes leveraging AI-assisted coding tools, such as Claude Code, to enhance productivity and innovation.

Requirements

8–12 years of experience in software development, with a strong programming background in C#.
Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor engineers.
Expertise in object-oriented design principles and Agile methodologies.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional team environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AI-assisted coding tools, such as Claude Code, to enhance productivity and code quality.
Proficiency with revision control systems (e.g., Git), multi-threading, networking protocols, and Web Services.
Familiarity with security compliance standards in software development.
Knowledge of UML and documented design methodologies.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership and Collaboration: Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of software solutions using C#.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers at all levels.
Foster team collaboration and alignment with best practices.
Software Development and Security Compliance: Develop software that adheres to industry security standards and enhances security compliance.
Apply object-oriented design principles and patterns to ensure code reusability and maintainability.
Implement Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Continuous Integration practices.
AI-Assisted Coding and Innovation: Utilize AI-assisted coding tools, such as Claude Code, to streamline development processes and enhance code quality.
Drive innovation by researching and integrating best practices into software solutions, including AI-based methodologies.
Problem Solving and Innovation: Evaluate and troubleshoot complex technical issues, providing guidance to engineers and Field Service Engineers.
Drive innovation by researching and integrating best practices into software solutions.
Customer Interaction: Interact with customers to understand requirements and provide technical solutions.
Explain technical trade-offs and solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
Project Estimation and Sustainability: Develop project estimates for budgeting and scheduling, including allocations for sustaining engineering and technical debt remediation.
Incorporate forward-thinking strategies to support sustainable product lines.