Recommending and implementing new technologies, tools and standards to enhance software engineering practices, which align to organizational goals.
Leading and mentoring other team members, contributing to the delivery of complex projects, all the while aligning with technical strategy and execution plans.
Demonstrate initiative in identifying improved development workflows, tools, and engineering practices, including emerging AI-enabled development capabilities.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical discipline from an accredited institution, with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
12+ years of relevant technical experience, or 10+ years with a master’s degree in a related field.
Candidate must be a U.S. citizen and be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance.
Relevant technical experience must include developing, integrating, testing, or troubleshooting embedded software or embedded-adjacent applications that interface with, operate, monitor, support, simulate, control, or communicate with embedded systems.
Must be a resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to the Huntsville-North Alabama area.
Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development.
Experience with real-time operating system (RTOS) such as VxWorks, Integrity, or FreeRTOS
Proficiency with embedded processors and microcontrollers (e.g. ARM Cortex, RISC-V, or similar architectures)
Experience with embedded debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or software-based debuggers such as GDB)
Experience with modern software development practices including Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and test automation.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience with real-time embedded system in defense, aerospace, or safety-critical platforms.
Experience with high-speed guided weapons systems, flight controls systems, or similar embedded solutions.
Experience developing large-scale embedded, high-performance systems with a high level of determinism.
Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Prior experience working in highly regulated or mission-critical environments (e.g., aerospace or defense sectors).
Experience with software safety standards (DO-178C, MIL-STD-882e).
Experience with Agile management tools and concepts such as Jira.
Experience with software configuration management tools such as Git and GitLab.
Proven experience mentoring developers across multiple experience levels.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to address highly complex technical challenges.
Ability to work independently on well-defined tasks and contribute effectively in a collaborative team environment.
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Original Posting
September 28, 2026
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 $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
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.
