Lead Backend & Integration Engineer (TS/SCI)

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a lead software engineer with extensive backend experience for on-site work at Patrick Space Force Base, FL. The role emphasizes secure, scalable services, AWS deployment, and collaboration with intelligence and mission-focused teams.

Ideal candidates will have TS/SCI clearance, a strong Java background, experience with CI/CD, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and AI-assisted development. On-site work supports classified environments and DoD missions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience, or a graduate degree with 7+ years; in lieu of degree, 13+ years of related experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, scalable backend services and application logic for mission applications and workflows.
• Lead software and infrastructure teams; participate in Scrum ceremonies and Agile practices.
• Deploy and maintain applications in AWS with emphasis on security, resilience, and cost-effectiveness.
• Engage with customers daily to refine requirements and improve functionality.
• Produce and maintain design documents, roadmaps, and deployment procedures.

Skills

Java proficiency

AI-assisted development tools

CI/CD practices

Security-conscious software

Education

B.S. in computer science or computer engineering

Graduate degree (preferred)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Git

REST APIs

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is seeking a lead software engineer with extensive backend experience for on-site work at Patrick Space Force Base, FL. The role emphasizes secure, scalable services, AWS deployment, and collaboration with intelligence and mission-focused teams.

Ideal candidates will have TS/SCI clearance, a strong Java background, experience with CI/CD, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and AI-assisted development. On-site work supports classified environments and DoD missions.