Junior Software Engineer at Leidos in Orlando, FL

Summary: Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. The Defense Sector at Leidos is currently seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join a collaborative, product-focused engineering team responsible for the design, development, testing, and delivery of software products primarily in Java, Rust, and JavaScript. Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain software components and services using Java, Rust, and JavaScript - Build and enhance user-facing features using React - Collaborate with a cross-functional Agile team using Jira for planning, tracking, and execution - Contribute to continuous delivery pipelines with a strong emphasis on automated testing - Write and maintain unit, integration, and system tests to ensure software quality and reliability for backend and frontend systems - Leverage generative AI tools to assist with development, testing, documentation, and problem-solving where appropriate - Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and sprint ceremonies - Work closely with product and user-facing teams to incorporate feedback and improve functionality and usability - Support ongoing improvements to development practices, tooling, and processes Required Qualifications: - US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance with 365 days from the start of your employment with Leidos - Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 0-2 years of professional software development experience - Proficiency in Java, Rust, and/or JavaScript, with willingness to work across both languages - Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments - Familiarity with Jira or similar Agile project management tools - Experience with automated testing frameworks and test-driven or test-focused development practices - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Ability to work effectively as part of a larger engineering team Preferred Qualifications: - US Citizen with an active Top Secret clearance - Experience with CI/CD pipelines and continuous delivery practices - Exposure to cloud-based or distributed systems - Experience using or experimenting with AI-assisted development tools - Understanding of software usability and user-centered design principles Required Skills: Java, Rust, JavaScript Important Skills: Agile/Scrum, Automated testing, CI/CD pipelines Nice-to-Have Skills: Jira, User-centered design, AI-assisted development Benefits: Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, Retirement