Frontend Developer - Remote

# Lead Software Engineer – Front-End – Top Secret Clearance Location: Patrick Space Force Base, FL, US (Onsite) Employment Type: Full-time Seniority Level: Lead / Senior Job Function: Software Engineering / Front-End Development Industry: Defense Technology / Aerospace & Defense Posted: September 7, 2026 Work Arrangement: Onsite Job Code: 41505 Job Schedule: 9/80 – Every other Friday off Security Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI ## About the Company L3Harris Technologies develops mission-critical technology solutions across the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. The company focuses on supporting national security missions while fostering an inclusive environment centered on professional growth, collaboration, community, and engineering excellence. As a defense technology company, L3Harris delivers end-to-end solutions designed to address complex customer requirements and mission-critical challenges. ## About the Role L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Lead Software/Integration Engineer with strong front-end development experience to support software modernization, integration, and mission-system reliability initiatives at Patrick Space Force Base. The role combines modern web development with cloud infrastructure, containerization, CI/CD, and AI-assisted development. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across software and infrastructure teams while working closely with customers to improve application functionality and mission capabilities. ### Key Responsibilities * Lead the development of modern, responsive, and intuitive front-end applications using current frameworks and development best practices. * Apply software engineering best practices throughout the development lifecycle. * Conduct code reviews and support automated testing, version control, and CI/CD processes. * Deploy and maintain applications in AWS with a focus on scalability, security, resilience, and cost efficiency. * Support containerized application deployments using Docker and, where applicable, Kubernetes. * Work directly with customers to understand requirements and improve application functionality. * Prepare and present technical designs, implementation plans, roadmaps, and supporting documentation. * Develop and maintain documentation covering system architecture, application design, deployment procedures, and sustainment activities. * Work with relational and non-relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, and DynamoDB. * Support infrastructure-as-code initiatives using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar technologies. * Provide technical leadership and integration support across software and infrastructure teams. ### Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field with at least 9 years of relevant experience. * Graduate degree with at least 7 years of related experience may also qualify. * In lieu of a degree, 13 years of relevant experience is required. * Active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI. * Strong software engineering experience with modern front-end development. * Experience with JavaScript and contemporary web development practices. * Experience with AWS, Docker, Linux, and CI/CD environments. * Security+ certification or another DoD IAT Level II certification, or the ability to obtain the required certification within six months of accepting the position. ### Preferred Qualifications * Experience developing AI/ML-enabled mission applications, analytical tools, or decision-support systems. * Experience developing and deploying applications using AWS. * Proficiency with React, Angular, Vue, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, and CSS. * Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Git, REST APIs, microservices, and secure software development. * Experience working with scientific, sensor-derived, geophysical, acoustic, seismic, infrasonic, or other mission-relevant technical data. * Experience developing back-end services and APIs using Python, Java, Node.js, .NET, or similar technologies. * Experience using AI-assisted software development tools. * Experience transitioning research or prototype capabilities into operational software within classified DoD environments. * Experience working with Agile software development teams and participating in Scrum ceremonies. * Experience developing and deploying mission applications in classified or high-security environments. * Familiarity with the C2S Access Portal (CAP) and high-side AWS environments. * Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes. ### Work Arrangement This is an onsite position based at Patrick Space Force Base in Florida. The position follows a 9/80 work schedule, meaning employees work 9 out of every 14 days for a total of 80 hours and receive every other Friday off. Due to the nature of the role and its support of classified defense missions, an active Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain SCI are required. ## Equal Opportunity L3Harris Technologies is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace where employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex or gender, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.