Leidos Digital Modernization is seeking an Application Developer to support the U.S. Coast Guard Technical Readiness Transformation (TRT) team. The developer will design, build, test, and support digital solutions that modernize Coast Guard mission and business processes, improve data visibility, reduce manual effort, and return “minutes back to the mission.”
The role requires strong proficiency with Microsoft Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate, and ServiceNow, along with the ability to work directly with Coast Guard users during TRT Roadshows to rapidly identify needs, develop prototype solutions, demonstrate capabilities, and capture requirements for follow-on development.
Primary Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain Power Apps and low-code business applications.
- Build Power BI dashboards, reports, KPIs, and visualizations supporting operational and executive decision-making.
- Configure and develop ServiceNow workflows, forms, tables, approvals, dashboards, notifications, and application functionality.
- Develop workflow automation using Power Automate and ServiceNow Flow Designer.
- Support TRT Roadshows by engaging directly with Coast Guard personnel, conducting rapid discovery sessions, capturing requirements, and developing or demonstrating prototype applications and dashboards.
- Translate mission and business needs into user stories, technical designs, data models, workflow logic, and application features.
- Integrate Power Platform and ServiceNow solutions with SharePoint, Microsoft 365, APIs, databases, and approved enterprise systems.
- Support process mapping, MVP development, user acceptance testing, demonstrations, and production transition.
- Troubleshoot application, dashboard, workflow, and integration issues.
- Develop technical documentation, release notes, user guides, and configuration records.
- Participate in Agile planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and 8-12 years of experience; additional experience may substitute for degree.
- 3+ years of application development, low-code development, or workflow automation experience.
- Hands-on proficiency with:
- Microsoft Power Apps
- Power BI
- Power Automate
- ServiceNow
- SharePoint / Microsoft 365
- Experience developing dashboards, workflow solutions, and business applications.
- Experience with APIs, SQL, JavaScript, or related integration technologies.
- Strong customer-facing and requirements-gathering skills.
- Ability to travel periodically to Coast Guard locations in support of TRT Roadshows and on-site rapid development activities.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and Jira/Confluence.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust.
Preferred Qualifications
- Microsoft Power Platform certification.
- ServiceNow CSA and/or Certified Application Developer certification.
- Experience supporting USCG, DHS, DoD, or other Federal agencies.
- Experience delivering rapid prototypes or MVPs in customer-facing workshop or roadshow environments.
- Familiarity with Appian, UiPath, or similar automation tools.
- Familiarity with NIST 800-53, RMF, Zero Trust, and Federal cybersecurity requirements.
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Original Posting:October 14, 2026For 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.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent additional experience
- 8-12 years of professional experience, with additional experience potentially substituting for the degree
- At least 3 years of application development, low-code development, or workflow automation experience
- Hands-on proficiency with Microsoft Power Apps
- Hands-on proficiency with Power BI
- Hands-on proficiency with Power Automate
- Hands-on proficiency with ServiceNow
- Experience with SharePoint and Microsoft 365
- Experience developing dashboards, workflow solutions, and business applications
- Experience with APIs, SQL, JavaScript, or related integration technologies
- Strong customer-facing and requirements-gathering skills
- Ability to travel periodically to Coast Guard locations
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and Jira/Confluence
- U.S. Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust
- Microsoft Power Platform certification
- ServiceNow CSA and/or Certified Application Developer certification
- Experience supporting USCG, DHS, DoD, or other federal agencies
- Experience delivering rapid prototypes or MVPs in customer-facing workshop or roadshow environments
- Familiarity with Appian, UiPath, or similar automation tools
- Familiarity with NIST 800-53, RMF, Zero Trust, and federal cybersecurity requirements
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
