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Software Engineer

LeidosEl Cajon, CA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 21 Apr 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You'll thrive as a Software Engineer at Leidos, contributing to cutting-edge defense technology and developing advanced test systems with a competitive salary range of USD 87,100 - 157,450. This hybrid role offers excellent growth potential within a reputable company, allowing you to hone your skills in Python, MATLAB, and hardware/software integration alongside a team of experts. Embrace this opportunity to make a significant impact and advance your career.

Quick Overview

Salary
$87.1k - $157.4k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Software Engineer | El Cajon, CA, United States | Hybrid | $87,100.00 - $157,450.00 This employer is a renowned leader in defense electronics and chiplet manufacturing, focusing on cutting-edge research and development. They transform advanced processing algorithms into real-time software systems within agile, multi-disciplinary teams, aiming to deliver transformative solutions for national security. The Role • Contribute to the design and development of advanced systems as part of multi-disciplinary teams. • Design, implement, and test object-oriented applications in Python/MATLAB. • Design, implement, and test software to configure and control RF hardware devices. • Integrate low-level software with a user-facing GUI. • Develop Hardware-in-the-loop (HITL) tests to validate low-level software APIs. • Design and implement a test framework for HITL tests and application deployment. What You'll Need • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline. • 4+ years of software development experience, including strong experience in Python, MATLAB, or C++. • Strong understanding of object-oriented design. • Basic understanding of hardware-software interaction and computer architecture. • Experience with hardware interfaces (e.g., PCIe, UART, Ethernet). • Experience with build tools (e.g., GCC, CMake, or Make) and version control (e.g., Git). • Active Secret level security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI. What's On Offer • Opportunity to work on high-performance signal processing on custom hardware. • Collaborate with experts in developing cutting-edge algorithms and tools. • A commitment to fostering a passion for learning and continuous technical skill development. • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Apply via Haystack today!

Skills

MATLAB
Agile
C++
Git
Python

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