Senior Specialist, Software Engineering

Senior Specialist, Software Engineering

Job Code: 36025

Location: Waco, TX

Schedule: 9/80

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Harris is seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior‑Level Software Engineer to join our innovative technology team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing and enhancing software solutions that contribute to the strategic objectives of our organization. This position involves working collaboratively within a dynamic environment to design, develop, and maintain software applications that are critical to our operations and customer satisfaction.

• Expert in Linux cybersecurity practices, notably SELinux (MAC) and other areas such as DAC configuration, auditing, integrity monitoring (fapolicyd), iptables, and systemd services (e.g., seccomp).
• Experience with automation tools like the SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC) and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) practices for compliance against DoD security standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate new features and functionality.
• Engage with other team members in planning project timelines, implementing design specifications, and improving system performance.
• Conduct code reviews, write unit tests, and document software implementations to ensure development quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing software applications, enhancing user experience and system performance.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of technology standards, industry trends, and emerging technologies.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree or a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Demonstrated software development experience within the DoD industry.
• Demonstrated understanding of software development principles and design patterns.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more programming languages such as C++, Python, or similar.
• Demonstrated familiarity with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Ability to obtain or maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Ability to travel domestically and/or work extended hours as needed based on business demands.

• Knowledge of Windows and UNIX‑based platforms (CentOS, Rocky, RHEL
  8).
• Knowledge of Git, Git Lab or Bitbucket, and JIRA.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices (Fortify).
• Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines (Jenkins, Git Hub).
• Understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

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Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3

Harris 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.

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Harris 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.

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Harris Technologies is an E‑Verify Employer.