Software Engineer (AI-Enabled Platforms & Tools)

Description This is not a maintenance role. This is a reinvention role located in Huntsville, AL. Leidos is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the development of AI-enabled software platforms and developer tools that support modernization of mission-critical systems. This role is designed for an engineer who can independently deliver features within established architectures, while continuing to grow technical depth under the guidance of senior and principal engineers. The engineer applies sound software engineering judgment, contributes to design discussions at the feature or component level, and produces reliable, maintainable code for production systems. This is a hands-on engineering role. This is a role for builders who bias toward action, who believe disruption can coexist with rigor, and who want to apply cutting-edge AI to the problems that matter most. Mission Context Our teams develop software that underpins critical national missions—aviation, healthcare, energy, and other regulated or safety-critical domains. These systems demand: High reliability, security, and resilience Careful modernization of legacy architectures Responsible application of AI to improve speed and quality without compromising trust You will help implement and evolve the platforms and tools that enable this modernization, contributing directly to systems that matter. Why Join Us? Work on real, mission-critical systems—not experimental demos Gain hands-on experience with AI-enabled software in production environments Learn from senior and principal engineers while maintaining meaningful ownership Build a long-term technical career with a clear and structured growth path Key Responsibilities Software Development Design and implement moderately complex software features within established system architectures Develop and maintain services, APIs, and supporting components using modern programming languages such as Python, Java, Go, or TypeScript Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure correctness, reliability, and maintainability Participate actively in code reviews, incorporating feedback and contributing constructive input to peers AI-Enabled Capabilities (Feature-Level Execution) Implement AI-enabled features using defined tools, frameworks, and patterns, such as: API-based AI integrations Prompt-driven or workflow-based AI features Retrieval- or data-assisted application components Validate AI-assisted behavior using established testing and review processes Apply defined AI safety, governance, and review practices Cloud & Platform Contributions Contribute to applications deployed in cloud-native environments Develop and support containerized services and CI/CD pipelines Troubleshoot and resolve routine application-level and service-level issues Collaborate with platform and infrastructure teams when deeper system changes are required Collaboration & Professional Practice Work as part of an agile delivery team, collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers Participate in design discussions related to features or subsystems Provide informal technical support to less-experienced engineers Demonstrate accountability for assigned features from development through deployment Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field and 8+ years of relevant software engineering experience. May consider additional experience in lieu of degree. Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, TypeScript) Experience developing or consuming RESTful APIs or service-based architectures Experience using Git and standard version control workflows Working knowledge of software testing practices and CI/CD pipelines Ability to work independently on defined tasks and features with minimal supervision Strong written and verbal communication skills Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to AI/ML or LLM-based systems through professional experience, projects, or coursework Familiarity with one or more of the following: Containers (Docker), Kubernetes concepts, Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Experience contributing to systems operating in regulated, secure, or high-reliability environments Interest in developer tools, platform engineering, or software modernization If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: March 10, 2026 Pay Range: Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00 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 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. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, please visit Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That is why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. 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