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L3Harris Technologies · Camden, NJ

# Lead Software Engineer (Minimum $10k Sign-On Bonus) 1

Camden, NJ Manager or lead $137,242 - $195,293 Software Engineering 

Listed on L3Harris Technologies’s official careers site. Listed as of November 2, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

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

Technical Lead Software Engineer Job Code: 46673 Job Location: Camden, NJ Schedule: 9/80 Qualified candidates will receive a minimum sign-on bonus of $10,000. Qualified candidates with additional credentials may be eligible for higher sign-on bonuses. Based in the historic L3Harris Camden Waterfront Campus! Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level and be a part of something truly extraordinary? Join our trailblazing team in the Philadelphia metro area, where you'll dive into the thrilling world of high-assurance encryption products and programs that are pivotal to national defense.

Our rapidly expanding business is not just growing—it's exploding with opportunities for innovation and impact in network and tactical encryption products and systems.Apply now and embark on this exhilarating journey with us, shaping the future of defense technology!

### Job Description

L3Harris Integrated Mission Systems is seeking a Technical Lead Software Engineer. Responsibilities include leading a software development team, analyzing requirements and the translation of requirements into working and maintainable solutions, planning the development, assigning budgets and tasks, tracking teams’ status, measuring teams work performed utilizing EVMS techniques and enforcing process across the entire SDLC.

### Essential Functions

Experience leading a Software Team / Project, strong project management skills Project planning, task definition and assignment; performance monitoring Object-oriented design and implementation experience, with exposure to software modeling and UML tools such as IBM Rhapsody or MagicDraw/Cameo Developing Software utilizing Modern C++ tools and standards
- 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 Qualifications U.S. citizenship with an Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- 10+ years of experience debugging applications on simulated and target hardware Usage of a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS), such as Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, or similar
- Excellent oral and written communication skills

### Preferred Additional Skills

Experience with EVMS Project planning, task definition and assignment; performance monitoring Experience developing device drivers and Board Support Packages for real time embedded systems Experience with Information Assurance and/or cryptography Experience with NSA Type 1 certification or other SW certification such as DO-178 Prior RUST experience In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $137,242 - $195,293.

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 relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, 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.

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. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish.

For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 26, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 2, 2026
- Listed for: 7 days
- Location: Camden, NJ
- Pay: $137,242 - $195,293[Apply on L3Harris Technologies’s careers site →](https://careers.l3harris.com/en/job/camden/lead-software-engineer-minimum-10k-sign-on-bonus-1/4832/102312134336)

## Hiring at L3Harris Technologies
- Open jobs: 2,227
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Aug 21, 2026

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