Lead, Software Engineering

L3Harris Technologies; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 117,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join the devices team, focusing on next-generation radio platform software. This role sits at the intersection of embedded real-time development and AI-driven methodologies to accelerate the software lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in embedded Linux and Android, strong C/C++ for RTOS, and a track record of technical leadership within an Agile environment. Security clearances may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with 9+ years of experience; graduate degree preferred.
• Strong C and modern C++ for RTOS/embedded environments; expert in embedded Linux/Android.
• Experience with AI-driven development tools and Agile software processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead Architecture Design for embedded tactical platforms.
• Drive AI integration to accelerate SDLC processes.
• Develop and maintain core software on embedded Linux/Android.
• Provide technical leadership across the devices team.

Skills

C programming

C++

Embedded Linux

Android

RTOS

AI tooling

CI/CD

DevOps

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Linux kernel modification

U-Boot configuration

JTAG

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

AOSP customization

Android HAL development

CI/CD tooling

DevOps workflows

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer

Job Code: 42047

Job Location: Rochester NY or Lynchburg VA

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead Software Engineer (Level 5) to Join the devices team developing next-generation radio platform software. This critical role sits at the intersection of complex embedded real-time software engineering and modern, cutting-edge AI-driven development methodologies. As a technical leader, you will design robust architectures for tactical communications while leveraging AI tools to accelerate the software development lifecycle (SDLC). The ideal candidate brings mastery of embedded Linux and Android operating systems, along with a passion for driving engineering excellence in a collaborative Agile Environment.

Essential Functions

• Lead Architecture Design: Architect and design robust, next-generation software platforms for complex embedded tactical communication devices.
• Drive AI Integration: Pioneer and implement AI-driven development methodologies to accelerate and optimize the full software development lifecycle.
• Execute OS Development: Develop, customize, and maintain core software utilizing embedded Linux and Android operating systems.
• Provide Technical Leadership: Guide engineering teams, foster a collaborative Agile environment, and champion technical excellence across the devices team.
• Ensure Real-Time Performance: Optimize complex, low-level real-time software to meet strict tactical performance, safety, and reliability standards.

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.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Deep understanding of tactical radio communication protocols, digital signal processing (DSP), and waveform design.
• Experience with Linux kernel modification, custom U-Boot configuration, and hardware debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
• Familiarity with Android Open-Source Project (AOSP) customization or Android HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) development.
• Strong background in automated test environments, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and DevOps workflows
• Leadership: 2+ years of experience acting as technical lead.
• Core Languages: Expert-level proficiency in C and modern C++ for real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded environments.
• Operating Systems: Proven hands‑on track record developing embedded software architectures utilizing Linux and Android distributions.
• AI Tooling: Practical experience integrating generative AI or AI‑assisted development tools within a professional software environment.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York and Virginia (outside of Greater D.C. area) is $117,000 to $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.

• health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• parental leave
• paid time off
• 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.

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.