Lead Embedded Software Engineer — AI-Driven RTOS (Tactical)

Jobtome; Brockport (PA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Level 5) to join the devices team, shaping next-generation radio platform software. You will lead architecture and drive AI-enabled development across embedded Linux/Android environments, collaborating in an Agile setting.

The role requires deep expertise in C/C++, RTOS, and real-time systems, with leadership experience and a strong focus on engineering excellence. Location options include Rochester, NY or Lynchburg, VA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience; In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead Architecture Design for embedded tactical devices.
• Drive AI integration to accelerate the full SDLC.
• Develop, customize, and maintain core software on embedded Linux and Android.
• Provide technical leadership across the devices team in an Agile environment.
• Ensure real-time performance meeting strict safety and reliability standards.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded RTOS

Linux

Android

AI tooling

Technical leadership

CI/CD pipelines

DevOps workflows

JTAG debugging

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate Degree

13+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

AOSP customization

U-Boot configuration

Linux kernel modification

Android HAL development

Hardware debugging tools

CI/CD tooling

Job description

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Level 5) to join the devices team, shaping next-generation radio platform software. You will lead architecture and drive AI-enabled development across embedded Linux/Android environments, collaborating in an Agile setting.

The role requires deep expertise in C/C++, RTOS, and real-time systems, with leadership experience and a strong focus on engineering excellence. Location options include Rochester, NY or Lynchburg, VA.