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Lead, Software Engineer - Cloud Architect - Top Secret Clearance

Harris Corporation
Patrick, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2026
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Lead, Software Engineer - Cloud Architect
Job Code: 41771
Job Location: Melbourne, FL (Patrick Space Force Base)
Job Schedule: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off
Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced and driven Lead Software Engineer/Cloud Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess an active TS/SCI clearance and be available to work onsite at Patrick Space Force Base. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud-based solutions built on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Lead the design, development, configuration, and deployment of cloud-based applications using AWS services. Develop, manage, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform, Ansible, and AWS CloudFormation. You will work to develop secure cloud applications in mission-critical environments where resilience, reliability and operational speed matter. You will partner directly with customers and engineers to translate mission needs into practical software capabilities that protect information and deliver an intelligence advantage.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Leverage substantive experience in cloud development in AWS to build robust cloud-based applications.
  • Ensure that the applications are scalable, secure, and cost-effective by utilizing the best practices and services provided by AWS.
  • Engage in daily interactions with customers to understand their requirements and provide suitable cloud-based solutions.
  • Prepare comprehensive architectural designs that align with the strategic goals of the organization.
  • Develop roadmaps to guide the implementation and evolution of cloud solutions over time.
  • Produce detailed documentation to support the design, development, and deployment processes, ensuring clarity and reproducibility.
  • Deliver professional presentations to stakeholders, articulating complex technical concepts in an accessible manner.
  • Adapt to support various mission areas, demonstrating flexibility and a strong commitment to achieving mission success.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering 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.
  • Active TS with the ability to obtain SCI.
  • Security or equivalent DoD IAT Level II Certification required, or ability to obtain within 80 days of hire.

Preferred Additional Skills:
  • On-site/field experience.
  • Experience with Terraform, Ansible, AWS CloudFormation, GitLab pipelines, EC2 automation, C2S/CAP, and high-side AWS environments
    Experience with IATT and ATO certification process.
  • Experience developing and deploying software on JWICS
    Experience with automating deployments and configuration of EC2 instances.
  • Familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments.
  • Experience with configuration of Gitlab pipelines for automated deployment of cloud resources.
  • Proficiency in designing, developing, configurating, and deploying cloud-based applications using AWS services.
  • A collaborative team player with experience working in a dynamic team environment.

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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. 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.

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