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Front-End Software Developer

AT Leidos
Leidos

Front-End Software Developer

Ashburn, VA

Description

The National Security Sector within Leidos is seeking a senior Full-Stack developer with strong systems, software, cloud, and Agile experience to support a complex program to provide Agile development and operations and maintenance for critical systems on a mission-critical program supporting the Passenger Systems Program Directorate (PSPD) Interface and Support Processes division within Customs and Border Protection (CBP). PSPD supports the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and CBP critical missions, specifically screening and processing travelers at the ports of entry (POEs) into the United States.

In this hands-on position, you will work collaboratively to architect, design, build, deliver, and enhance highly available, scalable, real time systems. You will exercise your judgment in determining and recommending the best designs based on customer business objectives, timelines and other resource constraints. You will participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle of a mission critical product including scope and work estimation, architecture and design, coding and unit testing.

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This position REQUIRES the candidate to be in Ashburn, VA, 2 times a week

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Support all aspects of software development (designing, coding, testing, debugging, and maintaining products)
  • Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Interface with software developers, analysts, and other project team members using Agile SCRUM methodology and SAFe to deliver features that enhance system capabilities and facilitate CBP's mission.
  • Translate customer needs into user stories and deliver working capabilities at the conclusion of each sprint.
  • Mentor junior and entry-level software developers to enhance their skills and work with others on product team to develop solutions to impediments preventing completion of work.
  • Participate and/or lead sprint demonstrations and facilitate implementation of agreed upon ideas identified at retrospectives.
  • Effectively communicate technical challenges and potential solutions to leaders within both Leidos and CBP

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BS/BA degree with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience or 8+ years of relevant experience with Master's degree; OR 4 years of experience in lieu of degree
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in Software development experience should include the following technologies: JAVA and REACT
  • 5+ years' experience developing cloud ready applications and/or experience migrating applications to the cloud.
  • Must be able to obtain a CBP Background Investigation prior to start
  • Software development experience in an Agile/SecDevOps environment with proven ability to deliver on commitments.
  • Knowledge of software design patterns

Required Experience in:

  • Extensive Experience in building large scale web applications
  • Experience building websites using JS frameworks such as React or Angular
  • Experience building applications using Java, Spring boot, JSON, and JavaScript
  • Experience with Databases such PostgreSQL or Oracle
  • Experience with automated deployment tools such as Jenkins
  • Experience in Test Driven Development frameworks
  • Ready to embrace a fast-paced work environment with deadlines and new challenges
  • Excellent debugging and optimization skills
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipeline

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Familiarity with version control systems such as Git/Github
  • Experience enhancing the performance of high-traffic sites
  • Google Cloud experience

Original Posting Date:

2024-09-16
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 $101,400.00 - $183,300.00

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.

Client-provided location(s): Ashburn, VA, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00143891
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program