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L3HHCM20

Sr. Specialist Software Engineer

Northampton, MA · On-site

$109K - $203K/yr

Job Title: Sr Spec, Software Engineering Job Code : 35701 Job Location: Northampton, MA Schedule: 9/80 As a Software Engineer - Technical Lead at L3-Harris, you will be responsible for leading the ...

The Whiteside Agency

Sr Software Engineer

Hartford, CT · On-site

$139K - $230K/yr

Travelers is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our organization as we grow and transform our Technology landscape. Individual will complete advanced software end to end engineering tasks ...

Keylent Inc

Sr. Software Engineer

Hartford, CT

$123K - $162K/yr

Sr. Software Engineer MAHIN-JOB-33796 Role :- On-site Architect Location: - Hartford, CT On-site Day 1 To perform activities associated with one or more software engineering lifecycle phases ...

L3Harris

Sr. Specialist Software Engineer

Northampton, MA · On-site

$109K - $203K/yr

Job Title: Sr Spec, Software Engineering Job Code : 35701 Job Location: Northampton, MA Schedule: 9/80 As a Software Engineer - Technical Lead at L3-Harris, you will be responsible for leading the ...

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As of Jun 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior r&d software developer in Springfield, MA is $61.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.21 and $68.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior R&D Software Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior R&D Software DeveloperSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field; experience in R&DBachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, innovation teamsDevelopment teams, product-focused environments
Industry UsageTech, manufacturing, research institutionsTech companies, startups, software firms
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for R&D roles and advanced developmentMore general software development roles

The main difference is that a Senior R&D Software Developer focuses on innovative research, prototyping, and developing new technologies within R&D environments, often requiring specialized knowledge and experience. In contrast, a Software Engineer typically works on building, testing, and maintaining software products in production environments. Both roles require strong programming skills, but the Senior R&D role emphasizes research and experimentation.

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Sr. Specialist Software Engineer

L3HHCM20

Northampton, MA • On-site

$109K - $203K/yr

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Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Sr Spec, Software Engineering

Job Code : 35701

Job Location:  Northampton, MA

Schedule: 9/80 

Job Description:

As a Software Engineer - Technical Lead at L3-Harris, you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software solutions for our Navy imaging products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful integration of software and hardware components, while also providing technical leadership and mentorship to the engineering team.

Essential Functions:

  • Lead the design, development, and testing of user interface software in a Linux environment using QT and C/C++.
  • Develop and maintain embedded Linux-based systems, including kernel and driver development.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of embedded software engineers.
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to define software requirements and ensure seamless integration with hardware components.
  • Develop and maintain software documentation, including design specifications, user manuals, and testing procedures.
  • Debug and troubleshoot software issues, providing timely resolutions to ensure product quality and reliability.
  • Optimize software performance and memory usage to meet product requirements.
  • Participate in code reviews to maintain high-quality code standards and best practices.
  • Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve our software development processes.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering or Electrical Engineering and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • 6+ years of experience in embedded software development using C/C++.
  • Strong understanding of embedded Linux, including kernel and driver development.
  • Knowledge of video processing, including image enhancement, video stitching, storage and playback.
  • Knowledge of video interfaces and camera control protocols such as GenICam, GigE Vision, and Camera Link.
  • Experience with software development tools such as compilers, debuggers, and version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Familiarity with hardware interfaces and communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.).
  • Proven experience in leading and mentoring engineering teams.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
  • Experience with signal processing, control systems, or wireless communication.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for testing and automation.
  • Experience with continuous integration deployment (CI/CD) pipeline

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Massachusetts is $109,500- $203,500. 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.

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