Specialist, Software Engineer (Palm Bay) (TS/SCI)

L3Harris Technologies; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Palm Bay, FL seeks a Specialist, Software Engineer to design, develop, integrate, and sustain mission-focused software across embedded systems, backend services, and web applications. You'll work with C++, Python, JavaScript, React, and Docker-based development to deliver secure, reliable software for critical national security programs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with systems and software engineering teams, DevOps practices, and documentation, with a 9/80

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related field with 4+ years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree with 2+ years, or 8+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Active TS/SCI is required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, development, integration, test, and sustainment of software across embedded systems, backend services, and web-based applications.
• Develop and maintain software using C++, Python, JavaScript, and React in support of mission and program requirements.
• Support containerized development and deployment workflows using Docker and established DevOps practices to improve delivery efficiency, consistency, and reliability.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, software engineering, integration, and program teams to implement technical solutions aligned with operational and customer needs.
• Participate in software troubleshooting, defect resolution, performance improvement, and technical problem solving across the development lifecycle.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, code artifacts, and engineering products that support integration, testing, deployment, and long-term sustainment.

Skills

C++

Python

JavaScript

React

Docker

DevOps

Embedded software

Linux

Security clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering/related field

Master's degree (optional)

8+ years of experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Git

CI/CD tooling

Linux tooling

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: Specialist, Software Engineer

Job Code: 40955

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

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

Job Description: We are seeking a Software Engineer in Palm Bay, Florida to design, develop, integrate, and sustain mission-focused software solutions. In this role, you'll work across a diverse technical landscape from embedded software and backend services to web applications, containerized environments, and DevOps workflows. The ideal candidate thrives in varied technical environments and brings experience with technologies including C++, Python, JavaScript, React, and Docker‑based development. You'll play a key role in supporting secure, mission‑critical programs that make a real impact.

Essential Functions

• Contribute to the design, development, integration, test, and sustainment of software solutions across embedded systems, backend services, and web‑based applications.
• Develop and maintain software using technologies such as C++, Python, JavaScript, and React in support of mission and program requirements.
• Support containerized development and deployment workflows using Docker and established DevOps practices to improve delivery efficiency, consistency, and reliability.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, software engineering, integration, and program teams to implement technical solutions aligned with operational and customer needs.
• Participate in software troubleshooting, defect resolution, performance improvement, and technical problem solving across the development lifecycle.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, code artifacts, and engineering products that support integration, testing, deployment, and long‑term sustainment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related field and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• Active TS/SCI is required.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Active TS/SCI w CI Polygraph.
• Experience contributing across both embedded and web application environments.
• Experience with React and modern JavaScript development for user-facing applications.
• Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD workflows, and containerized software delivery.
• Experience developing or integrating software in Linux‑based environments.
• Experience in software engineering for one or more of the following areas: embedded software, backend services, full stack applications, or web application development.
• Hands‑on development experience with one or more relevant programming languages such as C++, Python, or JavaScript.
• Experience working with modern software development practices, including version control, code reviews, debugging, and automated build or test workflows.
• Familiarity with Docker‑based development environments, containerized applications, or DevOps‑oriented software delivery practices.
• Ability to contribute effectively as an individual contributor on a technical team supporting secure, mission‑focused software programs.

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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