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# Senior Specialist, Software Engineering - Back End Developer

- **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** Monument, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $97,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Systems Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Databases, Linux, Web Development, Windows Servers, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Web Applications, Spring-boot, Backend, SC Clearance, Containerization, Graphql, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Docker
- **Published:** October 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/75962935-senior-specialist-software-engineering-back-end-developer

## About the Role

* Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including design, implementation, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
 * Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot backend services, database interactions, and system performance in a mission-critical environment.
 * Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team environment.
 * Strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, systems engineers, testers, and mission stakeholders.
 * Must be able to obtain a U.S. Security clearance to maintain this position.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications:

 * Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
 * Possess or ability to obtain Secret clearance

Preferred Additional Skills:

 * Experience with containerization (Docker, OCI?compliant systems).
 * Experience with Linux and Windows Server environments
 * Experienced professional with proficient knowledge of web development
 * Familiarity with GraphQL APIs or similar data?querying patterns.
 * DoD 8570 compliant; CompTIA Security+ is a plus.
 * Background in space operations, SDA systems, or orbital M&S tools.

## Description

* Expertise in backend development of web applications using Java, Spring Boot, and SQL; experience developing and maintaining scalable, reliable distributed services and APIs., 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.