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At Leidos, we are tackling some of the most critical challenges in national security and network modernization. As part of one of our largest Department of Defense (DoD) contracts, we are building a high-impact automation team focused on improving efficiency, reliability, and scalability across mission and enterprise operations.
We are seeking a Junior Automation Developer with hands-on experience in RPA and a strong interest in broader automation and software development. This role will support the design, development, and deployment of automation solutions using a mix of RPA platforms, scripting, low-code tools, and traditional programming approaches.
The work spans both mission-facing DoD solutions and internal Leidos enterprise initiatives, offering exposure to a wide range of business processes and technical challenges. Team members will contribute to streamlining workflows, reducing manual effort, and enabling teams to focus on higher-value work through well-designed automation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Work on real-world automation problems where solutions eliminate repetitive manual work and improve operational efficiency
- Develop, maintain, and enhance RPA workflows under the guidance of senior automation engineers
- Build supporting automation components using Python, scripting, APIs, and low-code platforms such as Power Automate
- Assist in designing end-to-end automation solutions that may combine RPA, scripts, services, and workflow tools
- Participate in agile development cycles, incorporating stakeholder feedback and delivering incremental value
- Track work and progress using Jira or Azure DevOps
- Attend stakeholder meetings to gather requirements, clarify processes, and demonstrate automation solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure automations align with user needs, security, and compliance standards
- Work within secure environments, ensuring solutions meet GovCloud, cybersecurity, and Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements
- Contribute to documentation for automation workflows, development standards, and operational handoff
Required Skills and Experience
- Must have an active Secret Security Clearance
- BS degree and 4+ years of combined experience in automation development, software development, or a related technical role
- Hands-on experience with RPA tools (e.g., UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, or similar)
- Experience or strong interest in Python, scripting (PowerShell, Bash, etc.), or general-purpose programming
- Exposure to UiPath, Power Automate or other workflow / low-code automation platforms
- Familiarity with integrating systems using APIs, files, or databases
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate manual processes into automated solutions
- Comfortable learning new tools and working in environments with evolving requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in government, DoD, or other regulated or secure environments
- Exposure to intelligent automation concepts, such as AI-assisted automation, document processing, or chat-based tools
- Basic understanding of software development best practices (version control, testing, documentation)
- Experience supporting or maintaining production automations
- Curiosity about emerging automation technologies and continuous improvement
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Original Posting:February 5, 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.
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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.
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