Lead, Software Engineer

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 117,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

EAP

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Colorado Springs seeks a Lead Software Engineering leader to guide the development of Electro-Optical software for military systems. You will provide leadership and hands-on expertise across a fast-paced product team, shaping defense technology and managing a multi-disciplinary group.

Requirements include senior software leadership, strong C++/Java/QNX/Python skills, and DoD clearance eligibility. Travel up to 20% and active Security+ are noted.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain DoD clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree with 9 years of experience or Graduate Degree with 7 years; or 13 years with no degree.
• Experience developing technical and cost volume inputs for proposals.
• Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) or with CAMs using EVMS, program lifecycle.
• Up to 20% travel, including international travel.
• Ability to obtain Security+ certification in <60 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead software design and development processes from requirements to implementation.
• Drive efficient processes and code/design reviews.
• Collaborate with software managers and program teams for optimized product development.
• Establish development standards to boost productivity and performance.
• Oversee team operations, performance, and recruiting.
• Mentor team members and guide career development.
• Translate customer and system requirements into software requirements.
• Participate in engineering proposal cost estimation and BOE efforts.
• Contribute to project development as needed.
• Manage recruitment interviews for software engineers.
• Proficient in modern programming languages: C++, Java, QNX, Python.

Skills

C++

Java

QNX

Python

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor's Degree with 9 years experience

Graduate Degree with 7 years experience

In lieu of a degree, 13 years experience

Tools

EVMS

UML

CAM

Job description

Job Title: Lead, Software Engineering

Job Code: 40675

Job Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every Other Friday Off)

Job Description

In a fast moving and increasingly complex world, L3Harris is anticipating and rapidly responding to challenges with agile technology – creating a safer and more secure future. L3Harris is seeking a dynamic Software Engineer leader. As a leader in our fast‑paced, product‑development team you will provide software engineering leadership and hands‑on technical expertise to support the development of Electro‑Optical software for military systems.

If you're passionate about tackling complex challenges and eager to contribute to groundbreaking projects that make a real difference to our warfighters, citizens, and nation, this is your chance to shine. Apply now and embark on this exhilarating journey with us, shaping the future of defense technology!

Essential Functions

• Leading the software design and development processes including requirements analysis, specifications, design, implementation and development.
• Driving efficient processes, creating best practices for software development as well as performing code and design reviews.
• Collaborating with other software managers as well as Electrical, Systems Engineering managers, Program Chief Engineering team to ensure effective product development through optimizing engineering assignments across the development organization.
• Identifying and establishing development processes and standards to enhance productivity and performance of the team.
• Oversee team operations, performance, and productivity to achieve organizational goals.
• Key responsibilities include hiring, training, fostering employee engagement, and adhering to company policies.
• Providing mentorship, coaching and guidance to team members with respect to career development and opportunities for growth.
• Understand customer and system requirements and translate into software requirements.
• Participating in Engineering Proposal cost estimation and Basis of Estimate (BOE) efforts.
• Contributing to development on projects as required.
• Managing the recruitment interview and hiring process for additional software engineers.
• Expert proficiency in a modern programming language (C++, Java, QNX, Python).

Qualifications

• US Citizen, able to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance and obtain additional clearances as required.
• Bachelor's Degree with 9 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 7 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Experience developing technical and cost volume inputs for proposals.
• Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) or working directly with CAMs utilizing EVMS, Program execution lifecycle.
• Up to 20% travel may be required, including international travel.
• Ability to obtain Security+ certification in less than 60 days.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Active U.S. DoD TS/SCI Security clearance.
• Active Security+ certification.
• Proficient in software design methodologies (e.g., UML).
• Experience with Agile software development and software development lifecycle under the constraints of EVMS.
• Experience developing software in Rust or Go.
• Experience in delivering fully integrated systems (hardware, firmware, software) in a DoD environment.
• Demonstrated experience with technical leadership, including working directly with Earned Value Management (EVM) financial reporting.
• Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi‑disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation).
• Experience delivering software with modern DevSecOps tool chains (CI/CD pipelines, containerization, cloud‑native software).

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state is $117,000-$218,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company‑paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The application window for this position will close on 10/7/2026.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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