Senior Associate, Software Engineering
L3Harris TechnologiesRole Overview
L3Harris Technologies is hiring a Senior Associate, Software Engineering. This is a full-time role in Webster. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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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: Senior Associate, Software Engineering
Job Code: 32273
Job Location: Rochester, NY (Onsite)
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off
Job Description
L3Harris is seeking an experienced and highly motivated embedded software engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded software development and experience with C++, object-oriented design, and RTOS. This position involves design, implementation, verification and troubleshoot of real-time embedded software.
In this role, you will:
- Work closely with an Agile team of experienced software engineers on projects that involve the development and analysis of real time Embedded SW system.
- Have the opportunity to learn the latest advancements in SW defined communication systems
Essential Functions:
- Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded systems design.
- Development experience with the Linux OS
- Proficiency with C++ and C programming languages
- Proficiency with multi-threaded, multi-core, and real-time operating systems
- Experience with object-oriented software development.
- Understanding of Design, Implementation, Integration and Testing of large software systems
- Experience with embedded software emulators/debuggers
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team including hardware, software, and systems engineers.
- Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 0 - 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, there is a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience in Embedded Software or DSP.
Preferred Additional Skills:
- Experience optimizing software for performance, power consumption, and memory usage on various hardware platforms.
- Experience using test equipment including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators.
- Experience with radio communications including waveforms, modulations, coding schemes and digital signaling.
- Experience with communications security (COMSEC) and transmission security (TRANSEC) concepts and algorithms.
- Experience with software development using artificial intelligence.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York State is $73,000 - $136,000. 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 health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Associate, Software Engineering position at L3Harris Technologies?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to L3Harris Technologies. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Associate, Software Engineering position at L3Harris Technologies located?
This position is based in Webster. L3Harris Technologies has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Associate, Software Engineering at L3Harris Technologies earn?
L3Harris Technologies has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Associate, Software Engineering role at L3Harris Technologies posted?
This role was posted on April 7, 2026 (62 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Associate, Software Engineering role at L3Harris Technologies require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. L3Harris Technologies lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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