Cloud Software Architect

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 Cloud Software Architect Job Code 37449 Job Location Melbourne, FL 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 has an immediate opening for an experienced Cloud Software Engineer to join the Mission Networks team that provides modern, secure, reliable and resilient telecommunications networks and information management systems. The team develops critical communication capabilities for air traffic control, air‑to‑ground data communication, secure access to situational awareness data, and secure information sharing to state agencies. L3Harris is seeking a Tier2 Engineer with experience in cloud infrastructure, containerization, automation, networking, and security. This role will support and maintain critical operational environments, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and contribute to the stability, security, and efficiency of deployed systems. Essential Functions Provide Tier2 operational support for systems and services. Manage and support containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift. Support and maintain AWS cloud infrastructure and services. Build, manage, and optimize CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and delivery. Troubleshoot networking issues and ensure reliable system connectivity. Implement and support security best practices across infrastructure and applications. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve incidents, improve system performance, and enhance operational processes. Monitor system health, performance, and availability to ensure operational excellence. Document procedures, troubleshooting steps, and system configurations. Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA public trust clearance. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. Preferred Additional Skills 2+ years’ experience with hands‑on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift. Working knowledge of AWS cloud services. 2+ years’ experience with CI/CD pipeline tools and processes. Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and troubleshooting. Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and infrastructure security best practices. Strong problem‑solving and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an operations environment. Experience supporting production cloud environments. Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation tools. Relevant cloud, Kubernetes, OpenShift, or security certifications. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr