Job Title: Lead, Software Engineering (Tactical Data Link) Job Code: 37847 Job Location: San Diego or Carlsbad, California Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!) Job Description: We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to lead software development efforts in our Tactical Data Link (TDL) Support Software product line. This candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping technical strategies, mentoring the engineering team, and architecting future enhancements to TDL Support Software applications. This role involves developing long-term technical visions to extend the design for future products and systems. The position requires onsite work and an active DoD Secret clearance. Essential Functions: • Lead and Architect software development for Windows/Linux software applications using C/C++. • Develop in multi-threaded codebases that handle multiple socket connections. • Create software based on Interface Control or Specification Documents. • Establish coding standards, design patterns, and automated analysis/testing pipelines that enforce memory safety. • Guide the adoption of modern programming practices, tools, and frameworks.. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems engineering, cybersecurity, testing, and integration) to ensure requirements traceability and compliance. • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the software engineering team, fostering a culture of secure, modern, and maintainable code. • Actively participate in technical conversations across L3Harris to help develop/recommend strategies and articulate a forward-looking vision to extend the design for TDL Support Products. • Serve as the primary technical interface with stakeholders, government customers, and leadership on compliance progress and risk mitigation. • Strong communication skills with the ability to brief executives and government stakeholders on technical topics. • Strong knowledge in using both Linux and Windows operating systems (including command line) for daily software development tasks. • Solid understanding of software development processes (i.e. Waterfall, Agile/SCRUM, etc.) • Strong understanding with software configuration management tools (i.e. Git, BitBucket, JIRA, Confluence, Jenkins, Artifactory etc.) • Availablilty to travel. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 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. 9+ years of professional experience in software engineering, including at least 8 years in C/C++ application development. 5 years experience in Tactical Data Links (e.g., Link 16, JREAP-C) Ability to gain secret clearance Preferred Additional Skills: • Understanding of Tactical Data Links (e.g., Link 16, JREAP-C) • Proficiency with Makefiles and embedded build tools (e.g., cross-compilers, linkers, debuggers). • Continuous Integration & Development (CI/CD) experience. • Proficient in Groovy programming and experienced in working with Jenkins. • Familiar with C# and understands both the .NET Framework and .NET Core. • Experienced in using the DevExpress toolset for creating user interfaces. • 4 years of leadership experience managing small-to-mid-sized software teams. • Familiarity with DoD software standards In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, is $135,000 - 250,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Lead, Software Engineer - Tactical Data Link (San Diego, CA, US, 92123) @ L3Harris Technologies, Inc.

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