DescriptionLeidos tackles the most challenging national defense problems using advanced signal processing algorithms and data analytics. At our San Diego office, we have a dedicated and experienced team of scientists and software engineers devoted to squeezing the last bit of information from every data set. We are currently seeking software engineers / computer scientists to join our leading-edge research and engineering group.In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary team members focused on Hydrodynamics, Physics, Acoustics, and Signal Processing to design, implement, and deliver cutting edge software solutions to complex problems.This position will afford you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in addition to solving high profile national defense problems. We hire people with curiosity and passion about science, technology, engineering, and math and who want to take that passion and turn it into reality.Primary ResponsibilitiesWork alongside a team to incorporate scientific algorithms into a large code streamTesting and evaluating new and existing software implementationsAssist in translation of existing software to make compatible with GPUsSoftware DocumentationBasic QualificationsBachelor's degree in computer science, or related technical field with at least 6+ years of experience or Master's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience. May consider more years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain US Government Top Secret security clearanceFluency in C/C++, Java, or PythonStrong understanding of software development and design principles and practicesStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong software documentation skillsScientific programming experienceExperience developing in Linux/Unix environmentRequired on-site full-time work in San Diego, CAPreferred QualificationsCurrently holds an active US Government Top Secret security clearancePhysics or Applied Mathematics background or majorSoftware architecture and object-oriented designUnderstanding of Agile Software Development MethodologyDistributed processing programmingExperience applying advanced mathematical concepts in software applicationsExperience programming in C/C++, single and/or multi-threaded applicationsC/C++ shared memory application programmingGitMPIGPU/CUDAMATLABGitLabFortranAt Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.Original Posting: August 22, 2025For 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 $85,150.00 - $153,925.00The 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.
