Software Engineer - Data Scientist

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer/Data Scientist in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA).  Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more.  Join us and make a difference in National Security!

• Mission Focus: Provide Software Engineering support to Cyber Security Operations mission by designing and implementing prototype software applications using a variety of APIs, frameworks, data science and programming languages.  Support the Cyber analyst by providing software solutions that are required to support mission objectives.  Ideal candidate would be a jack-of-all trades developer specializing in data science or an ability to learn data science/machine learning.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience developing software using object-oriented language (Python, Java). Experience developing in Linux/Windows.

• Qualifications: A High School diploma/GED plus 9 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position, an Associate's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, a Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience. Degree must be in Computer Science (CS). Must be able to work in a team environment.

• Desirable Skills:  Scripting (Perl, Bash, Python) experience. Experience developing with data science technique. Experience supporting Cyber Security Operations
• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today!

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Original Posting:

March 10, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

The 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.