Leidos is seeking an experienced Software Technical Lead to support a mission-critical NATO program, providing technical leadership for the design, development, integration, deployment, and sustainment of secure software applications that support military mission planning and operations.
The successful candidate will lead a multi-disciplinary software team, guide technical decisions, and partner closely with program leadership and customer stakeholders to ensure software is delivered on schedule and in accordance with program requirements, security standards, and quality expectations. This position requires approximately 15% international travel.
Primary Responsibilities
Serve as technical lead for software development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
Lead and mentor software engineers, GIS developers, database developers, testers, and other technical specialists.
Provide technical direction, review design and code, resolve complex technical issues, and uphold software engineering standards.
Support Product Owner performing software requirements analysis, estimation, planning, and traceability.
Partner with the Product Owner and stakeholders to develop, prioritize, and maintain the product backlog.
Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, technical estimation, sprint reviews, and release planning.
Translate military mission-planning and operational needs into actionable software requirements and technical solutions.
Coordinate across systems engineering, cybersecurity, test, infrastructure, database, and program-management teams.
Report technical status, risks, dependencies, and recommendations to program leadership and customer representatives.
Conduct demonstrations to customers and stakeholders, formal testing, installations, training, and operational events, including international travel as needed.
Conduct troubleshooting, communication, technical documentation, and customer-facing skills.
Work effectively with geographically distributed and international teams.
Basic Qualifications
Active Top Secret security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree and 15+ years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 10+ years of relevant experience; additional relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience with Agile software development, including requirements management, backlog planning, estimation, and release delivery.
Experience with databases such as SQL and Oracle.
Experience with User Interface Design and workflow.
At least 10 years of experience serving as a Software Technical Lead, Software Architect, Principal Engineer, or similar technical leadership role.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated expertise in military mission planning or experience as a military operations analyst.
Experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Java, and Python.
Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, or other enterprise geospatial technologies.
Experience with WildFly, JBoss, or a comparable Java application server.
Experience with ActiveMQ, JMS, or similar enterprise messaging technologies.
Experience designing and integrating RESTful services, enterprise applications, databases, and external system interfaces.
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Original Posting:August 6, 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
- Active Top Secret security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree with 15+ years relevant experience, or master's degree with 10+ years (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree).
- Experience with Agile software development including requirements management, backlog planning, estimation, and release delivery.
- Experience with databases such as SQL and Oracle.
- Experience with User Interface design and workflow.
- At least 10 years experience serving as a Software Technical Lead, Software Architect, Principal Engineer, or similar technical leadership role.
- Demonstrated expertise in military mission planning or experience as a military operations analyst.
- Experience with JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Java, and Python.
- Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, or other enterprise geospatial technologies.
- Experience with WildFly, JBoss, or a comparable Java application server.
- Experience with ActiveMQ, JMS, or similar enterprise messaging technologies.
- Experience designing and integrating RESTful services, enterprise applications, databases, and external system interfaces.
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Leidos and has not been reviewed or approved by Leidos.
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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.
Leidos Insights
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.
