Mission-Critical Backend Engineer - Java/Spring (Senior)

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 97,000 - 180,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
401(k) match
Education assistance
Parental leave
Paid time off

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Colorado Springs is seeking a Senior Specialist, Software Engineering - Back End Developer to design, build, and optimize backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and SQL for mission-critical systems.

The role emphasizes scalable distributed services, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to obtain U.S. security clearance. The position is located in Colorado Springs with a 9/80 schedule and a strong focus on national security missions.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
  • In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • DoD 8570 compliant; CompTIA Security+ is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Expertise in backend development of web applications using Java, Spring Boot, and SQL; experience developing and maintaining scalable, reliable distributed services and APIs.
  • Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including design, implementation, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
  • Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot backend services, database interactions, and system performance in a mission-critical environment.
  • Must be able to obtain a U.S. Security clearance to maintain this position.
  • Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, systems engineers, testers, and mission stakeholders.

Skills

Java
Spring Boot
SQL
GraphQL

Education

Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Degree

Tools

Docker

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, Inc. in Colorado Springs is seeking a Senior Specialist, Software Engineering - Back End Developer to design, build, and optimize backend services using Java, Spring Boot, and SQL for mission-critical systems.

The role emphasizes scalable distributed services, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and the ability to obtain U.S. security clearance. The position is located in Colorado Springs with a 9/80 schedule and a strong focus on national security missions.

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