Lead Software Engineer

L3Harris Technologies

. Lead the DevOps team in designing and deploying software development pipelines .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Utah • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading DevOps practices, including designing and deploying software development pipelines, managing infrastructure as code, and ensuring secure communication in classified environments. Proficient in automation, scripting, and maintaining scalable Kubernetes clusters while adhering to security protocols.

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DevOps LeadershipInfrastructure As CodeKubernetes ManagementScripting in Python and BashSecurity Clearance Eligibility

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentInfrastructure As CodeKubernetesLinux DevelopmentREST API DevelopmentJenkinsGitLab-CISaltAnsiblePuppet

Soft Skills

English Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

GitArtifactoryRHELUbuntuDebian

Certifications & Qualifications

RHCECISSPSecurity+

Industry Keywords

End-To-End EncryptionSecure CommunicationNetwork FirewallsSELinuxFAPolicyd

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleFirewallsGroovyJenkinsKubernetesLinuxPuppetPythonSaltStackC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the DevOps team in designing and deploying software development pipelines
Lead integration of disparate systems for customer end systems in air-gapped environments
Architect, implement, and maintain features using Git, Infrastructure as Code, and Kubernetes
Automate DevOps through scripting and software application development
Manage and implement development tools in secure/classified environments
Ensure end-to-end encryption and secure communication channels
Implement and manage certificate exchange authentication processes
Design, deploy, and maintain Kubernetes clusters for scalable application deployments
Maintain Linux infrastructure and software development pipelines
Implement and maintain infrastructure and servers using Salt, Ansible, and Puppet
Create tools to improve automation and reliability and continuously improve the pipeline
Promote continuous improvement and explore new technologies
Document and update systems security operations and maintenance activities
Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field and 9 years of relevant experience; or graduate degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience
Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance
Software development experience
Experience with infrastructure-as-code using Salt, Ansible, and Puppet
Experience developing software pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab-CI, and Artifactory
Experience with application containerization and on-premises Kubernetes integration
Linux development experience
Working knowledge of software engineering and quality assurance processes
Ability to script in languages such as Python, Bash, and Groovy
Object-oriented software development in memory-safe languages
Experience with Bash, Python, Make, CMake, and C++
Experience with RHEL 7/8/9 and Ubuntu or Debian
Knowledge of network firewalls, routing, subnetting, and port mappings
Experience with SELinux, FAPolicyd, and security scans
Experience developing, implementing, and integrating REST APIs
English communication skills, both verbal and written
RHCE and security certifications such as CISSP or Security+
Travel requirement of less than 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 work schedule (off every other Friday)
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities