Lead Software Engineer (Backend/Integration) – TS/SCI, AWS

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. seeks a Lead Software Engineer (Backend/Integration) to provide technical leadership on mission-critical systems at a high-security site in Florida.

You will drive backend services, containerized deployments, and AWS-based solutions, aligning with DoD requirements and Agile practices. The role requires TS/SCI eligibility, strong Java experience, and a track record of delivering secure, scalable software in complex environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering with 9+ years of experience, or equivalent.
• Active TS clearance with the ability to obtain SCI.
• Experience leading backend/integration engineering, with Java, AWS, Docker, Linux, and CI/CD.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, scalable back-end services and APIs for mission applications.
• Lead software/infrastructure teams and drive CI/CD implementations.
• Deploy and maintain applications in AWS with security and cost control.
• Engage with customers to refine requirements and improve functionality.
• Produce technical designs, roadmaps, and system documentation.
• Support Agile teams and Scrum ceremonies.
• Work on mission apps in high-security environments.

Skills

Java

AI/ML apps

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

REST APIs

Microservices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE

Graduate degree

Tools

Git

Terraform

PostgreSQL

Linux

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. seeks a Lead Software Engineer (Backend/Integration) to provide technical leadership on mission-critical systems at a high-security site in Florida.

You will drive backend services, containerized deployments, and AWS-based solutions, aligning with DoD requirements and Agile practices. The role requires TS/SCI eligibility, strong Java experience, and a track record of delivering secure, scalable software in complex environments.