Agentic AI Developer

Leidos Holdings Inc

Chantilly, VA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$69,550–$125,725 Per Year
SKILLS
Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Agents, Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Hacking, Computer Networks, Computer Operations, Computer Science, Computer Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Database Technology, Desktop PC, Docker, Embedded Systems, Emerging Technology, Hybrid Cloud, Internet Security, Internet of Things, Legal, Machine Tool, Memory Hardware, Network Administration/Management, Problem Solving Skills, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, REST (Representational State Transfer), Software Development, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), System Integration (SI), Team Player
LOCATION
Chantilly, VA
POSTED
26 days ago

Agentic AI Developer

Who We Are:

Kudu Dynamics is Leidos Owned Company, forged out of a decade of experience in computer network operations and staffed with talent who have built, overseen, and enhanced capabilities throughout the entire USG arsenal. Our team of hackers and engineers have experience spanning centuries of research, development, and operations missions - across desktop, mobile, IoT, and embedded platforms. Kudu Dynamics, a Leidos company is uniquely qualified to anticipate tomorrow's threats and build the next generation of capabilities.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Agentic AI Developer to design, develop, and

deploy autonomous AI systems capable of reasoning, planning, and executing complex tasks

with minimal human intervention. This role focuses on building intelligent AI agents and

multi-agent systems that integrate with enterprise tools, APIs, and data sources to solve

real-world operational challenges.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience developing AI-powered applications using

modern LLM frameworks, containerized environments, and cloud-native development practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop autonomous AI agents capable of reasoning, planning, and

executing tasks independently.

Build and orchestrate multi-agent workflows using modern AI frameworks and tooling.

Develop AI-enabled applications using large language models and retrieval-augmented

generation (RAG) architectures.

Integrate AI agents with APIs, databases, enterprise systems, and external services.

Build conversational and human-in-the-loop interfaces for AI systems.

Develop observability, tracing, and evaluation pipelines for AI workflows and agent

performance.

Containerize and deploy AI applications using Docker-based infrastructure.

Collaborate with software engineers, cybersecurity teams, researchers, and

stakeholders to deliver scalable AI capabilities.

Maintain CI/CD pipelines and source control workflows using GitLab.

Optimize prompts, memory systems, context handling, and agent decision-making.

Research and prototype emerging agentic AI techniques and frameworks.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or

related field (or equivalent experience).

3+ years of software development experience.

Strong Python development experience.

Experience developing applications with large language models (LLMs).

Experience building AI applications using LangChain.

Experience with AI observability and tracing tools such as Langfuse.

Experience developing conversational AI interfaces using Chainlit.

Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.

Experience managing repositories and CI/CD workflows using GitLab.

Familiarity with REST APIs, vector databases, and modern backend architectures.

Strong understanding of prompt engineering, RAG pipelines, and agent orchestration

concepts.

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience designing multi-agent systems and autonomous workflows.

Familiarity with vector databases and embedding technologies.

Experience deploying AI services in cloud or hybrid environments.

Knowledge of AI safety, governance, and observability best practices.

Experience working in cybersecurity, defense, research, or mission-focused

environments.

Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one (if applicable)

Technical Stack:

Python

LangChain

Langfuse

Chainlit

Docker

GitLab

LLM APIs and AI model providers

REST APIs and microservices

Vector databases and RAG architectures

Desired Traits:

Passion for emerging AI technologies and autonomous systems.

Ability to thrive in fast-paced, highly technical environments.

Strong ownership mentality and willingness to prototype rapidly.

Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills.

Curious, adaptable, and mission-oriented

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:

May 22, 2026

For 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

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 (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.

About the Company

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Leidos Holdings Inc

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions. We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2013
WEBSITE
https://jobs.saic.com/