Join Leidos Defense Systems as a Software Engineer

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through our diverse, talented teams dedicated to customer success. We're seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our Huntsville, AL team, focusing on advanced radar programs. Empower your career in a collaborative environment solving the world’s toughest security challenges in defense, space, cyber, and commercial fields.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support development of software for high-speed data acquisition, distribution, and real-time processing.
• Integrate COTS and custom technologies into prototype sensor systems.
• Perform field testing of RF sensors and systems, ensuring robust deployment of advanced sensor solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers to analyze existing software algorithms, identifying improvements in performance and latency.
• Investigate and implement framework modifications to enhance radar program capabilities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
• Previous intern or co-op experience with a DoD contractor or government agency.
• Strong fundamentals in Modern C++ development, Linux tools, and Unit Test development.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for a highly collaborative lab.
• US Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain Final Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MATLAB, NVIDIA CUDA GPU optimization, or C++ math libraries like OpenBLAS.
• Familiarity with GitLab, Jira, gcov, lcov, Google unit test.
• Background in radar programs, agile methodologies, or military experience.

Why Leidos?

Pay Range: $57,850 - $104,575 USD annually. We outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo. Join a team tackling 'can’t fail' missions with enterprise IT, intelligence systems, cybersecurity, and more. Original posting: January 30, 2026. Apply today to make an impact!