Software Engineer, Ai Development

Leidos

Huntsville, AL, US
Base: $69,550.00 - $125,725.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Not specified (assumed to be primarily onsite due to location and nature of responsibilities).
Ai and agentic system architecture
Python go java c# coding proficiency
Llm integration and rag workflows
Leidos is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for AI Development in Huntsville, AL, who will lead the design and delivery of innovative AI-enabled software systems. The role emphasizes technical leadership, hands-on engineering, and the transformation of complex systems in critical sectors such as aviation and healthcare

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on radically remaking software systems for critical missions like aviation and healthcare where failure is not an option.
  • The engineer will serve as a technical provocateur driving the design of intelligent platforms that integrate LLMs and multi-agent workflows.
  • Candidates must possess deep technical credibility to challenge legacy approaches while ensuring extreme safety, security, and resilience standards.

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Leidos is seeking a Principal Software Engineer for AI Development in Huntsville, AL, who will lead the design and delivery of innovative AI-enabled software systems. The role emphasizes technical leadership, hands-on engineering, and the transformation of complex systems in critical sectors such as aviation and healthcare.

Salary

Base: $69,550.00 - $125,725.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AI and agentic system architecture
  • Python Go Java C# coding proficiency
  • LLM integration and RAG workflows
  • Distributed systems and microservices
  • DevSecOps and cloud-native architectures

Nice-to-have

  • Legacy system modernization expertise
  • Developer experience tool creation
  • AI model fine-tuning and evaluation
  • Cybersecurity secure-by-design principles
  • Thought leadership in technical domains

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Senior or architect level experience required
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Ability to obtain Secret security clearance

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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