Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Software Developer Intern in their Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area. The selected individual will perform software development activities on a large, complex program using agile development and will work full time during their Summer break from college.
Responsibilities
Completing software development tasks individually and/or as a member of an agile team
Using design software tools, providing support using formal specifications, data flow diagrams, and other accepted design techniques
Using sound software engineering principles to ensure that developed code is modifiable, efficient, reliable, understandable, fault tolerant, and reusable
Providing software process management and control throughout the coding portion of the software development process and promoting code reuse and cross-program collaboration by creating common functions and shared actions for developers and testers
Participating in peer code reviews to improve the quality of code written by other team members
Creating new applications or updating existing applications based on user requirements
Communicating with team members about project status and issues that arise
Creating prototypes of new technologies and features for potential incorporation into future products
Debugging computer code to fix errors and improve performance
Testing software for bugs or other issues that may affect functionality or the user experience
Reviewing documentation about new technology releases or product updates to ensure understanding of how the new system works
Conducting research on new technologies and techniques to identify opportunities for improvement
Analyzing data to identify trends and formulate solutions
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, going into the Junior or Senior level
Experience with at least one major programming language (e.g., Java, C++, Python)
Excellent problem solving and debugging skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong written and verbal communication skills
US Citizenship required
Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance before start date. investigation requires, but is not limited to, an in-person interview in Maryland at intern's own expense
Ability to maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance after start date
Preferred
Java coding experience
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts
Experience with multiple programming languages
Experience with software development tools (e.g., Eclipse, Visual Studio, Git)
Experience with databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, MongoDB)
Experience with web development technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP)
Benefits
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government & commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.
