Kinetics Sr Software Engineer

Leidos • Beavercreek, OH

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About The Position

Leidos’ Defense Systems Kinetics Business Area is seeking a Software Developer to join our team as part of the Strategic High-speed Advanced Development Organization. In this position, the candidate will be expected to apply domain knowledge to integrated digital engineering for conceptual system development providing operational analysis and military utility assessments for our nation’s defense. We are looking for an experienced C++ and Python Developer with 8+ years of experience in a similar position. You will be responsible for designing and implementing high-performance, scalable software solutions using C++, and delivering robust applications while working closely with our team of developers and engineers.

Requirements

• 8+ years of related work experience with software development using C++ and Python
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms with C++
• Strong understanding of memory management, multithreading, and concurrency in C++ applications
• Experience with integrating C++ applications with back-end technologies or third-party libraries
• Familiarity with C++ standards (C++11/14/17/20) and STL (Standard Template Library)
• Understanding of version control systems such as GIT
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven track record of effective teamwork
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, dedicated to delivering high-quality, efficient software solutions
• Ability to travel on an as needed basis
• Requires a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar discipline and 8+ years’ experience, or a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar discipline and 6+ years’ experience.
• In lieu of degree, a High School diploma is acceptable with 12 years minimum experience.
• Active Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of performance optimization, profiling, and debugging tools for C++ is a plus
• Experience with security best practices in C++ development is preferred

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and manage high-performance software applications using C++
• Design, develop, and manage software applications and transformations using Python
• Implement and optimize code for performance, security, and memory efficiency
• Write robust, efficient, and scalable C++ code for various applications, including real-time systems, embedded systems, and desktop software
• Monitor and optimize the performance and responsiveness of C++ applications across multiple platforms and environments
• Integrate third-party libraries, tools, and APIs into C++ applications for enhanced functionality
• Collaborate with developers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of C++ applications with other systems and components
• Run unit, integration, and performance tests to ensure the stability and functionality of C++ applications
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards, security protocols, and best practices in C++ development
• Participate in agile development processes and contribute to continuous improvement of C++ development workflows

Benefits

• Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED