Software Engineer Specialist

Salary: $117000 - 218000 per year Requirements: Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent from a four-year institution At least 6 years of experience in systems software design and analysis for power conversion equipment, or Masters degree or advanced education with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or 10 years of prior related experience without a degree Ability to obtain and maintain a secret/security clearance Proficiency in embedded real-time systems software design Experience with object-oriented and service-based software architectures is preferred Skilled in embedded C and C++ programming Knowledge of communication protocols such as RS-232, RS-485, and Ethernet Proven ability to communicate effectively with Senior Project Management and clients Responsibilities: Develop and integrate software projects for both existing and novel products Analyze customer specifications to outline software design requirements Provide technical leadership to the software development team Conduct requirement and software coverage analysis of the software codebase Draft software use cases and review test procedures for software validation and verification Document existing software products to adhere to qualification standards for regulated and safety-critical government contracts Manage multiple projects concurrently Assess project progress and assist in earned value reporting Suggest improvements in the technical approach to enhance engineering efficiency Lead and operate Agile sprint/Kanban teams, including sprint planning and JIRA ticket management Actively seek enhancements for the software team involving DevSecOps automation Assist in estimating efforts for software development bids and proposals Support new programs from conceptualization to completion Provide expert guidance on various software engineering concepts and practices Coordinate directives from Project and/or System Engineering Department Manager Technologies: DevSecOps Embedded Ethernet Support JIRA Kanban RS-485 Security C++ Python More: At L3Harris, we are committed to attracting and nurturing high-caliber talent who are enthusiastic about their work. Our team shares a common devotion to our customers missions and personal professional development. We offer an inclusive and engaging work environment that empowers our employees to achieve work-life balance. Our culture is heavily centered on values, community dedication, and a steadfast commitment to excellence across the board. As a leader in defense technology, our staff focuses on providing comprehensive technology solutions that connect various domains, including space, air, land, sea, and cyber, all aimed at national security. We also provide competitive benefits packages, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, flexible spending accounts, educational assistance, paid time off, and company holidays. We proudly uphold our status as an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintain a workplace free from discrimination. last updated 28 week of 2026