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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead, Software Engineer - Embedded Software Applications - RUST - **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $230,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Software Design Patterns, Linux, 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, Rust (Programming Language), MagicDraw, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Software Coding - **Published:** November 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3499558919&tx=KK1313FFG&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science or related field and a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. * At least 2 years of experience leading software development teams. * At least 5 years of experience with C\C++ development and object-oriented design. * Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance. Preferred Additional Skills: * Experience developing RUST software. * Experience developing software applications on embedded systems. * Object-oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or MagicDraw/Cameo. * 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 an experienced Software Engineering Lead with proven background leading software application development execution on mission-critical systems. Responsibilities include guiding adoption of RUST throughout the development, managing integration or conversion of legacy software to RUST, providing best practices and architectural guidance for memory-safe usage of RUST, developing best practices and implementation guidance, and the translation of requirements into working and maintainable solutions. 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, and will be 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 in embedded software application development specifically with RUST. * Lead the adoption and deployment of RUST and associated techniques, idioms, design patterns, and tooling throughout multiple product lines. * Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target platform. * Work closely with cross functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces, and operational performance requirements, and design of the overall system. * Lead software development in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, software integration, and formal test. * Investigate root causes of complex issues, and implement solutions, working independently or with a multi-discipline team. * 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 RUST, C/C++, and Python developing code for embedded real time operating systems (VxWorks, Linux, Integrity)). * Serve as the technical mentor and reviewer for more junior engineers. * Ability to travel < 10% to another L3Harris location for onboarding, integration, or scrum., 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. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.