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Boeing

Chief Software Architect

Boeing

. Lead the AvionX Software Engineering organization .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $249,900 - $338,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in embedded software development, including proficiency in C/C++, RTOS, and compliance with DO-178C/LOR standards. Capable of leading software engineering teams while ensuring alignment with system-level safety objectives and regulatory strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Embedded Software DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingRTOS ExperienceDO-178C ComplianceTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills
C/C++ ProgrammingEmbedded Systems Software DevelopmentRTOSVxWorksDDC-I DeosGreen Hills Software IntegrityMatlab/SimulinkSoftware VerificationSoftware CertificationSoftware Architecture
Soft Skills
Technical LeadershipConsultationAdvisory SkillsTeam Performance ManagementCommunication
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentU.S. Security Clearance
Industry Keywords
DO-178CEmbedded SoftwareSoftware Engineering PracticesSystem-Level SafetyRegulatory Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
RTOSC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the AvionX Software Engineering organization
  • Serve as the highest software technical authority across airborne software programs from architecture definition through certification closure
  • Own the coherence, integrity, and DO-178C/LOR compliance posture of software architectures across commercial and defense platforms
  • Bridge software engineering discipline with system-level safety objectives and regulatory strategy
  • Work with Enterprise Software Engineering Organizations to implement software engineering practices and processes across AvionX programs
  • Advise management on embedded software engineering topics
  • Consult on embedded systems software code for specialized hardware
  • Direct testing, debugging, design, development, and maintenance of embedded software
  • Influence technologies, tools, frameworks, and regulatory changes relevant to software and hardware
  • Direct translation of customer requirements into embedded software product designs
  • Oversee embedded software efficiency, stability, and team performance
  • Provide consultation on hardware/software integration
  • Provide technical leadership for embedded software project management functions

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
  • U.S. Person required for U.S. export control compliance
  • Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
  • 15+ years of experience programming in C/C++
  • 10+ years of experience developing embedded systems software using RTOS, including VxWorks, DDC-I Deos, or Green Hills Software Integrity
  • 10+ years of experience using Matlab/Simulink
  • 10+ years of experience with embedded software development, verification, or certification
  • Technical assessment required as part of the selection process
  • Successful candidates must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment process
  • Willingness/ability to travel 20%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Variable compensation opportunities
  • Health insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life and disability insurance programs
  • Paid and unpaid time away from work
  • Relocation based on candidate eligibility