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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Specialist, Software Engineer (Embedded Software) ($10k Sign-On Bonus) - **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Rockville, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $97,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Language Modeling, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Tools, Rhapsody, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, UML, VxWorks, MagicDraw, Software Application Programming, SC Clearance, Information Technology - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5835259473 ## About the Role * Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance. * Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience in Computer Engineering,Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. * 3+ years of experience developing applications on simulated and target hardware. * Experience using a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), such as Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, or similar. Preferred Additional Skills: * Object-oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or MagicDraw/Cameo. * Experience with programming Rust. * Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real time embedded systems. * Experience with Modern C++ techniques. * Experience with Information Assurance and/or cryptography. * Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other SW certification such as DO-178. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. ## Description L3Harris is seeking a Software Engineer. Responsibilities include the translation of requirements into working and maintainable solutions for our C5 and Cyber Solution Centers. The selected candidate will apply technical proficiency across various stages of our SDLC, gather requirements and work closely with stakeholders to prioritize and scope tasks. The selected candidate will be working as a key team member on a Scrum team and will be instrumental in setting our direction and strategy for product and infrastructure development., * Support the engineering team members as a subject matter expert in embedded software application development, through guidance and direction to one or more software engineers. * Investigate root-cause of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team. * Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target hardware. * Work closely with cross-functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system * Support and participate in all phases of the software. development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, hardware-software integration, and formal test. * Develop software test plans and procedures, and other relevant technical documentation. * Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, prototype, and evaluate results. * Participate in peer reviews, identify, track and repair defects * Utilize a variety of software languages (primarily C/C++ and Python), implementing software for embedded real time operating systems., 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. 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