Agile Programming Methodologies, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, Command Line, Computer Engineering, Computer Hacking, Computer Networks, Computer Operations, Computer Science, Computer Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Counterintelligence Polygraph, Customer Support/Service, Data Processing, Desktop PC, DevOps, Docker, Embedded Systems, Git, Integration Testing, Internet Application, Internet of Things, Legal, Linux Operating System, Machine Tool, Network Administration/Management, Onboarding, PostgreSQL, Python Programming/Scripting Language, REST (Representational State Transfer), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Administration, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Team Player, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Unit Test, United States Citizen, Unix Shell Programming
LOCATION
Chantilly, VA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Junior Python 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.
Minimum Requirements:
US Citizenship with TS/SCI and Counter-Intelligence Polygraph clearance
1-3 years of experience in Python development
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
Experience scripting in Python and shell scripting
Familiarity with Git/GitLab version control and CI/CD concepts
Basic understanding of REST APIs and web applications
Familiarity with Linux environments and command line tools
Experience with PostgreSQL or similar databases
Exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker
Ability to troubleshoot software issues in a collaborative environment
Strong willingness to learn new technologies and mission domains
Self-starter requiring moderate supervision
Intelligent, proactive, and driven to achieve results
Specific Duties:
Develop and maintain Python-based backend services and tooling
Support troubleshooting and bug fixing across development and test environments
Assist with API integrations and data processing workflows
Write and maintain unit/integration tests
Support CI/CD pipeline improvements and automation efforts
Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and sprint activities
Collaborate with senior developers and DevOps engineers
Assist with onboarding technical documentation and user support
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:
June 2, 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.