Senior Associate, Software Engineering
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Java Developer, Python, Software Testing
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Harris 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. L3
Harris 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.
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Harris 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.
Senior Associate, Software Engineering Job Code: 45856
Job Location:
Colorado Springs, CO
Job Schedule:
9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked (Every Other Friday Off)
Job Description:
Join a team of innovative engineers at L3
Harris Technologies where your software expertise directly supports mission-critical defense and technology solutions. As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development, and testing of software systems that make a real-world impact. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career within a collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment while working on cutting-edge programs.
This position is located in Colorado Springs:
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Harris Careers in Colorado
- Design, develop, integrate, and test software applications and systems in support of program requirements
- Write clean, maintainable code using languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or similar
- Participate in software requirements analysis, design reviews, and code reviews
- Support debugging, troubleshooting, and resolution of software defects throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams including systems, hardware, and test engineering
- Document software designs, test procedures, and technical specifications in accordance with program standards
- Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, there is a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
- Must be eligible and able to obtain a Secret clearance
Skills:
- Active US Secret security clearance preferred
- Experience with at least one programming language such as C++, Python, or Java
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git or Subversion (SVN)
- Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools or software modeling
- Experience working within a defense or government contracting environment
- Knowledge of software security practices and secure coding standards
- Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines
- Experience with automated testing frameworks or test-driven development (TDD)
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state is $74,500-$138,500. 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.
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Harris 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
- 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.
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