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Specialist, Software Engineer

Palm Bay, Florida
Full Time On-site

Summary

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.

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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.

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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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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