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Lead Software Engineer
Leidos
Arlington, VAPosted Sep 25, 2026 · 3h ago$87k – $157k
$87k – $157kLeadDefense
About this role
Join Leidos as a Lead Software Engineer in Arlington, VA, to develop cutting-edge unmanned and autonomous ship technology for the US Government. You will be a key technical leader within an Agile Scrum team, driving the design, development, and testing of software for critical maritime programs, including autonomous navigation and control systems. This role offers the opportunity to guide the transformation of vessels and shape the future of naval autonomy.
What we are looking for
6- Lead software development for autonomous maritime systems
- Design, build, and test software for US Government programs
- Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers
- Full software development lifecycle experience
- Proficiency in C++ and Linux
- Experience with software source control and configuration management
Skills mentioned
8PythonC++JavaSQLDockerKubernetesLinuxPostgreSQL
Work authorization
Requires a Secret security clearance.