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At Leidos, we are tackling some of the most critical challenges in national security and network modernization. As part of one of our largest Department of Defense (DoD) contracts, we are building a high-impact automation team focused on improving efficiency, reliability, and scalability across mission and enterprise operations.

We are seeking a Junior Automation Developer with hands-on experience in RPA and a strong interest in broader automation and software development. This role will support the design, development, and deployment of automation solutions using a mix of RPA platforms, scripting, low-code tools, and traditional programming approaches.

The work spans both mission-facing DoD solutions and internal Leidos enterprise initiatives, offering exposure to a wide range of business processes and technical challenges. Team members will contribute to streamlining workflows, reducing manual effort, and enabling teams to focus on higher-value work through well-designed automation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work on real-world automation problems where solutions eliminate repetitive manual work and improve operational efficiency
• Develop, maintain, and enhance RPA workflows under the guidance of senior automation engineers
• Build supporting automation components using Python, scripting, APIs, and low-code platforms such as Power Automate
• Assist in designing end-to-end automation solutions that may combine RPA, scripts, services, and workflow tools
• Participate in agile development cycles, incorporating stakeholder feedback and delivering incremental value
• Track work and progress using Jira or Azure DevOps
• Attend stakeholder meetings to gather requirements, clarify processes, and demonstrate automation solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure automations align with user needs, security, and compliance standards
• Work within secure environments, ensuring solutions meet GovCloud, cybersecurity, and Authority to Operate (ATO) requirements
• Contribute to documentation for automation workflows, development standards, and operational handoff

Required Skills and Experience

• BS degree and 4+ years of combined experience in automation development, software development, or a related technical role
• Hands-on experience with RPA tools (e.g., UiPath, Automation Anywhere, Blue Prism, or similar)
• Experience or strong interest in Python, scripting (PowerShell, Bash, etc.), or general-purpose programming
• Exposure to UiPath, Power Automate or other workflow / low-code automation platforms
• Familiarity with integrating systems using APIs, files, or databases
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to translate manual processes into automated solutions
• Comfortable learning new tools and working in environments with evolving requirements
• Ability to obtain and keep a Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in government, DoD, or other regulated or secure environments
• Exposure to intelligent automation concepts, such as AI-assisted automation, document processing, or chat-based tools
• Basic understanding of software development best practices (version control, testing, documentation)
• Experience supporting or maintaining production automations
• Curiosity about emerging automation technologies and continuous improvement

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Original Posting:

February 5, 2026

Pay Range:

Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

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.