Join Leidos as a Software Engineer C++ in Tewksbury, MA

Leidos is seeking a talented Software Engineer C++ to drive new product development at our Security Enterprise Solutions division. Join a diverse, collaborative team of expert Scientists and Engineers delivering global impact in aviation security screening. Hone your skills in real-time programming, object-oriented design, and instrumentation domain products, backed by a management team committed to your professional growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable C++ code using OOP/OOAD best practices.
• Optimize performance, identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise innovative solutions.
• Ensure code quality through revision control, organization, and extension of existing codebase.
• Analyze and resolve customer issues while contributing to defined software development processes.
• Occasional travel to domestic and international customer sites required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4-8 years of relevant experience (additional experience considered in lieu of degree).
• Working knowledge of C++, OOP/OOAD, data structures, algorithms, and software design.
• Understanding of memory management, multicore processors, and distributed systems.
• Experience with TCP/UDP socket programming, PLC interfaces, DMA controllers, and device drivers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Socket programming, hardware interfacing, real-time debugging.
• Graphics design, GUI development with Qt 5+ on Linux (RedHat preferred).
• GPU programming (CUDA/OpenGL), SQL, Cybersecurity, networking, DevOps/CI/CD, Agile/Scrum.

At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo. We're recruiting disruptors who refuse to fail. Pay Range: $87,100 - $157,450 USD (actual pay based on experience, skills, and other factors). Full-time, mid-level role in Tewksbury, MA.