Description
Software Application Operations Engineer
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams in the UK to address some of the most complex problems in defence, government, safety and security, and transportation.
UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL
Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. https://www.leidos.com/company/global/uk-europe
Are you ready for your next career challenge?
We are looking for a Software Application Operations Engineer to join our team to manage and maintain a suite of applications across multiple domains supporting Geospatial capability.
A software application specialist who will work with Core Services and Agile change teams ensuring the baseline is maintained and ensuring the operational users have the most up to date applications to meet mission requirements.
Under the direction of the Technical Lead you will maintain and deliver small and large application upgrades for a fixed and deployed environment.
Your Role and Responsibilities;
Provide clients with technical support as needed and relay information to our development teams for ongoing maintenance and update needs.
Integrate with ITAM and obsolescence who will provide the vendor information on software lifecycles and maintenance agreements.
Optimize applications by integrating new technologies and performing upgrades
Perform diagnostic tests and debugging procedures while improving code and re-designing tasks
Generate ideas for software innovation based on market trends
Document development processes, procedures and application version histories
Keep up with advancements in application engineering and new technologies
Proven work experience as an Application Engineer or similar role
Experience in deploying, optimizing and maintaining software
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Great customer service and interpersonal skills
Superb collaboration and communication
Great organization and time management
Relevant training and/or certifications as an Application Engineer
Have knowledge of Virtualized Environments such as VMware and Hyper-V; Have knowledge of Windows Server Environments, from Server 2003 – 2019, including OS build, AD, DNS, DHCP and GPO from design to implementation and support.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.
https://www.leidos.com/company/global/uk-europe (add link to ‘Leidos UK & EUROPE’ text)
Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.
What we do for you:
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
• Dynamic Working
https://www.leidos.com/sites/g/files/zoouby166/files/2019-11/PDF-Dynamic-Working-Leidos-UK.pdf (add link to ‘Dynamic Working’ text)
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.
Original Posting Date:
01/23/2024
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.
REQNUMBER: R-00127199
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.