Job Url: https://www.glassdoor.com/Job/united-states-python-jobs-SRCH_IL.0,13_IN1_KO14,20.htm Job Description: Lead, Software Engineer Apply on employer site Melbourne, FL · $85K - $122K (Glassdoor est.) Apply on employer site Is your resume a good match? Use AI to find out how well the skills on your resume fit this job description. Upload your resume Your qualifications for this job Do you have any of these qualifications? Jira System performance monitoring Patch management Ansible Show more 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 Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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: Lead, Software Engineer Job Code: 30206 Job Location: Palm Bay, FL (on-site) rotational shifts 24x7 Job Description: This is an opportunity to take on unique challenges, expand your skills and experience, and contribute to the Space Systems Sector of L3Harris. You will join a great team of talented professionals with world class technical expertise who take a collaborative approach to engineering and enjoy working together. We are a company on the move, growing in the Space area; with long history of innovative and exceptional performance, we have earned our place as a trusted provider to our customers. Seeking experienced Software Engineers to join our dynamic team, focusing on operating, maintaining, and sustaining a Cloud-based 24x7 operational system. Role encompasses the live monitoring and real-time anomaly troubleshooting of Cloud data operations, and participating in the sustainment development efforts (patching, upgrades) for that environment, using an agile development process. Essential Functions: Develop, maintain, and enhance cloud applications using Python, Typescript and Java Provide 24x7 real time monitoring and troubleshooting of an operational Cloud based Data Operations system (Shift work; nights and weekends as required on a rotational schedule). Shifts to include: First Shift Day (06:00am - 2:30pm EST), 2nd Shift Evening 10% differential (2:00pm - 10:30pm EST), 3rd Sift Night 12% differential (10:00pm - 06:30am EST). First line anomaly lead: reporting/resolving/future mitigation of any issues encountered. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement engineering changes (enhancements, automation, capability improvements and bug fixes) Develop and maintain technical documentation related to Cloud sustainment and operations. Organize and support training sessions for operations personnel as required. Ensure compliance with NIST, Department of Commerce and NOAA IT security standards such as FISMA, FedRAMP, and NIST 800.53 Once hired you will obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Tool familiarity: Grafana, Prometheus, influx DB, Postgres, CDK (Cloud Development Kit), Cloud formation, Ansible, GIT (Global Information Tracker), Active Directory, Networking, GRE (Global Accelerator Resolvers & Endpoints), EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service), RDS (Relational Database Service), Lambda, IAM (Identity and Access Management) Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6-9 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 4-7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10-13 years of prior related experience. Develop, maintain, and enhance cloud applications using Python, Typescript and Java. Experience with commercial cloud systems (Cloud Linux SYS Admin/coding) and services (AWS, Azure, etc.). Experience with any of the following tools: Grafana, Prometheus, influxdb, Postgres, CDK (Cloud Development Kit), Cloud formation, Ansible, GIT (Global Information Tracker), Active Directory, Networking, GRE (Global Accelerator Resolvers & Endpoints), EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service), RDS (Relational Database Service), Lambda, IAM (Identity and Access Management). Preferred Additional Skills: Experience with Agile software development best practices and tools (SAFe, Jira, Git, etc.) and participation in continuous Agile planning and coordination. Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Familiarity with container observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, InfluxDB, PromQL). Background in security architecture and secure coding practices. Experience in domain-driven design (DDD) and API-first development. #LI-TP1 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. Show more Is my resume a good match? Pay details Melbourne, FL The minimum salary is $85K and the max salary is $122K. $85K – $122K/yr Total pay Glassdoor estimate $102K Median pay Is this pay right for me? Conversations @L3Harris Technologies Kick off the conversation by asking about salaries, interviews or anything else @L3Harris Technologies. See what other Lead, Software Engineer are saying Interview Tips 793K members Salary Negotiations 769K members Explore more Bowls Company overview $10+ billion (USD) Revenue 10000+ Employees Employees Melbourne, FL Headquarters Company - Public Company Aerospace & Defense Industry 2019 Founded Learn about management at L3Harris Technologies L3Harris Technologies ratings 3.8 70 % Recommend to a friend 66 % Approve of CEO Chris Kubasik 1,947 Ratings Career Opportunities 3.7 Comp & Benefits 3.8 Culture & Values 3.7 Senior Management 3.4 Work/Life Balance 4.0 L3Harris Technologies reviews by software engineer Pros "Pay is good for FL and people are decent" (in 606 reviews) "Benefits are good and 9/80 work schedule is so nice once you get used to it." (in 553 reviews) "The people are great and helpful with any questions you may have" (in 557 reviews) "9/80s Immediate management is good" (in 408 reviews) "Good work life balance till the company shifted to recent rural location of the city." (in 474 reviews) Cons "Low pay when compared to other primes." (in 606 reviews) "Benefits outside of PTO were average or below average" (in 553 reviews) "People are easily replaceable." (in 557 reviews) "Cool jobs and team poor management" (in 408 reviews) "no work life balance" (in 474 reviews) See reviews for Lead, Software Engineer at L3Harris Technologies L3Harris Technologies – Why work with us About Us Career Development Benefits In a fast moving and increasingly complex world, L3Harris is anticipating and rapidly responding to challenges with agile technology – creating a safer world and more secure future. We anticipate and mitigate risk with end-to-end solutions that meet our customers’ mission-critical needs across all domains.   The values that define us: Integrity - Our decisions and actions are based on ethical, honest and accountable practices. Excellence - We perform at the highest levels through flawless execution, customer focus and constant innovation. Respect - We tackle every challenge with a sustainable, community-minded and inclusive approach. L3Harris Technologies benefits 3.9 935 Ratings Employee benefit reviews Most commented 401K Plan(263 comments) "5% match is pretty good and they offer a wide variety of low fee funds. " Health Insurance(116 comments) "All options are expensive with high deductibles." Vacation & Paid Time Off(95 comments) "Referred to as "unlimited," but after 160 hours, approval is escalated to higher level management." Jan 2, 2026 Current Financial Analyst in Salt Lake City, UT, Utah 401k match starts after 1 year. Vacation time is generous compared to other companies. Additional perks are fairly limited. Dec 28, 2025 Current Employee in Palm Bay, FL, Florida Decent health insurance Awesome unlimited vacation and sick days Okish 401k Dec 27, 2025 Current Employee in Greenville, TX, Texas Unlimited PTO is actually just 160 hours which is not bad. 40k match starts after 1 year but match is in company stock See benefits at L3Harris Technologies