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Leidos is an employee-friendly company with a competitive benefit package, flexible working hours, and a collegial atmosphere.\\n\\nPrimary Responsibilities\\n\\n\\nResearch and develop novel algorithms for remote sensing applications\\nPrototype and test algorithms in high-level languages such as Matlab or Python\\nDevise efficient software implementations in C programming language\\nConduct algorithm performance testing and analysis\\nDocument results and brief customers and stakeholders\\n\\n\\nBasic Qualifications\\n\\n\\nBS degree in physics, engineering, math or related field with 4-8 years of relevant experience, or Masters with 2-6 years of relevant experience, or Doctoral degree if less than 2 years of experience\\nFluency in at least 1 high-level programming language, such as Matlab or Python\\nExperience with signal processing, including Fourier transforms, filtering, and estimation\\nBasic understanding of physics with ability and eagerness to learn new concepts\\nComfortable with Linux cluster computing environments\\nStrong understanding of probability, statistics, linear algebra, and complex variables\\nFamiliarity with C coding and software engineering best practices or strong willingness to learn\\nActive Top Secret security clearance\\nRequired on-site full-time work in San Diego, CA\\n\\n\\nBonus Qualifications\\n\\n\\nProficiency with at least one sensing modality\\nDeep understanding of fluid dynamics\\nDeep understanding of acoustics\\nExperience with Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS)\\nExperience with Optics\\nExperience with Radar\\nProficiency with C coding and software engineering best practices\\nDeep understanding of optimal detection and estimation\\nDeep understanding of array processing, beamforming, including concepts and implementation\\nExperience architecting algorithms and hardware for maximal efficiency\\nExperience with real-time processing with edge and cloud components\\nExperience integrating Machine Learning with signal processing\\nExperience with systems engineering\\nExposure or strong interest in learning embedded programming\\n\\n\\nSUBSEAMSS\\nIf 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:August 17, 2026\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\nFor 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.\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\n\\nPay Range:Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00\\n\\nThe 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.\\n\\nAbout Leidos\\n\\nLeidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.\\n\\nPay and Benefits\\n\\nPay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.\\n\\nSecuring Your Data\\n\\nBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.\\nIf you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.\\n\\nCommitment to Non-Discrimination\\n\\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 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Leidos is an employee-friendly company with a competitive benefit package, flexible working hours, and a collegial atmosphere.\\n\\nPrimary Responsibilities\\n\\n\\nResearch and develop novel algorithms for remote sensing applications\\nPrototype and test algorithms in high-level languages such as Matlab or Python\\nDevise efficient software implementations in C programming language\\nConduct algorithm performance testing and analysis\\nDocument results and brief customers and stakeholders\\n\\n\\nBasic Qualifications\\n\\n\\nBS degree in physics, engineering, math or related field with 4-8 years of relevant experience, or Masters with 2-6 years of relevant experience, or Doctoral degree if less than 2 years of experience\\nFluency in at least 1 high-level programming language, such as Matlab or Python\\nExperience with signal processing, including Fourier transforms, filtering, and estimation\\nBasic understanding of physics with ability and eagerness to learn new concepts\\nComfortable with Linux cluster computing environments\\nStrong understanding of probability, statistics, linear algebra, and complex variables\\nFamiliarity with C coding and software engineering best practices or strong willingness to learn\\nActive Top Secret security clearance\\nRequired on-site full-time work in San Diego, CA\\n\\n\\nBonus Qualifications\\n\\n\\nProficiency with at least one sensing modality\\nDeep understanding of fluid dynamics\\nDeep understanding of acoustics\\nExperience with Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS)\\nExperience with Optics\\nExperience with Radar\\nProficiency with C coding and software engineering best practices\\nDeep understanding of optimal detection and estimation\\nDeep understanding of array processing, beamforming, including concepts and implementation\\nExperience architecting algorithms and hardware for maximal efficiency\\nExperience with real-time processing with edge and cloud components\\nExperience integrating Machine Learning with signal processing\\nExperience with systems engineering\\nExposure or strong interest in learning embedded programming\\n\\n\\nSUBSEAMSS\\nIf you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. 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More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.\\n\\nSecuring Your Data\\n\\nBeware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.\\nIf you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.\\n\\nCommitment to Non-Discrimination\\n\\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 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