Lead, Software Engineering

Jobtome; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance

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 developing next-generation radio platform software. This role blends embedded real-time software with AI-driven development and requires architecture design and technical leadership.

The ideal candidate brings mastery of embedded Linux and Android, with hands-on experience in RTOS, Linux kernel modification, U-Boot customization, and CI/CD within an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; 9+ years relevant experience. Graduate Degree and minimum 7 years preferred. In lieu of a degree, minimum 13 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

C

C++

Embedded Linux

Android

RTOS

CI/CD

DevOps

AI tooling

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree preferred

Tools

Linux kernel modification

U-Boot configuration

JTAG

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

AOSP customization

Job description

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

Job Description:

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. 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.

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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.

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