Senior Analytic Developer (SWE-3)

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior Analytic Developer in our Intel Sector.  Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more.  Join us and make a difference in National Security!  

Job Summary:

Our program provides our customer's Operations organization with the best possible solutions for their mission needs. We achieve this through rapid prototyping, new development, and advanced technology research. From leading-edge visualizations to analytic development, we're always pushing the boundaries to find new and better data sources and tradecraft to answer intelligence questions. With a focus on collaboration and a fast-paced environment, our prototype development program is the ideal place to grow your skills and make a real impact. Click here to learn more about how this program “Delivers Mission Success!”

Leidos is seeking a Senior Analytic Developer to support the exciting Access Discovery & Tradecraft mission, where you'll develop cutting-edge analytic capabilities, automate analyst workflows, and build next-generation software that enables mission success. This is an opportunity to work alongside mission analysts and data scientists to rapidly prototype, deploy, and transition innovative capabilities into operational use. Our team embraces modern software engineering, AI-assisted development, rapid prototyping, and continuous innovation to help analysts process and exploit data at unprecedented speed and scale.

Qualified candidates are eligible for enhanced incentives including up to a $25K cash sign on bonus or a paid time off bonus.

Job Responsibilities/Qualifications:

• Mission Focus: Partner directly with analysts and mission stakeholders to understand operational challenges and identify opportunities to improve data discovery and analytic tradecraft. Gather and document user stories and use cases, facilitate technical discussions, and translate mission needs into innovative software solutions. Design and prototype applications that automate manual processes, streamline data workflows, improve information dissemination, and accelerate analyst productivity. Support the transition of successful prototypes into sustainable operational capabilities while helping modernize mission processes through advanced analytics and AI-enabled solutions.
• Technical Proficiency: Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software applications using Python and Jupyter Notebooks to support advanced data analysis and mission automation. Develop reusable software components, APIs, and analytic tools that integrate with existing mission systems. Build scalable data processing workflows, automate repetitive analyst tasks, and develop capabilities that improve knowledge management and data exploitation. Work closely with analysts to rapidly iterate software prototypes, evaluate emerging technologies—including Generative AI—and deliver high-quality production solutions that solve real mission problems.
• Qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus 8-years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong software engineering experience developing applications with Python and Jupyter Notebooks. Familiarity with mission analyst tools and the ability to quickly understand analyst workflows and operational requirements. Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn new technologies and deliver innovative software solutions in an agile, mission-focused environment.
• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required to be considered for this role.
• Desirable Skills: Experience with AI-assisted software development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or similar AI coding assistants. Experience developing software in Java. Experience applying Generative AI or Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to operational problems.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today!

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