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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead, Software Engineer - **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $117,000.0 - $218,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), QNX (Software), Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, UML, Containerization, Devsecops - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9029861/lead-software-engineer ## About the Role * US Citizen, able to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance and obtain additional clearances as required * Bachelor's Degree with 9 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 7 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. * Experience developing technical and cost volume inputs for proposals. * Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) or working directly with CAMs utilizing EVMS, Program execution lifecycle * Up to 20% travel may be required, including international travel. * Ability to obtain Security+ certification in less than 60 days. Preferred Additional Skills: * Active U.S. DoD TS/SCI Security clearance. * Active Security+ certification. * Proficient in software design methodologies (e.g., UML) * Experience with Agile software development and software development lifecycle under the constraints of EVMS. * Experience developing software in Rust or Go. * Experience in delivering fully integrated systems (hardware, firmware, software) in a DoD environment. * Demonstrated experience with technical leadership, including working directly with Earned Value Management (EVM) financial reporting. * Excellent people skills, with experience leading and collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environment. * Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation). * Experience delivering software with modern DevSecOps tool chains (CI/CD pipelines, containerization, cloud-native software) ## Description * Leading the software design and development processes including requirements analysis, specifications, design, implementation and development. * Driving efficient processes, creating best practices for software development as well as performing code and design reviews. * Collaborating with other software managers as well as Electrical, Systems Engineering managers, Program Chief Engineering team to ensure effective product development through optimizing engineering assignments across the development organization. * Identifying and establishing development processes and standards to enhance productivity and performance of the team. * Oversee team operations, performance, and productivity to achieve organizational goals * Key responsibilities include hiring, training, fostering employee engagement, and adhering to company policies * Providing mentorship, coaching and guidance to team members with respect to career development and opportunities for growth. * Understand customer and system requirements and translate into software requirements * Participating in Engineering Proposal cost estimation and Basis of Estimate (BOE) efforts * Contributing to development on projects as required. * Managing the recruitment interview and hiring process for additional software engineers. * Expert Proficiency in a Modern Programing language (C++, Java, QNX, Python) ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [DevSecOps culture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/783-devsecops-culture) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)