Lead Software Engineer – Advanced Ground Architecture

Boeing

. Provide software development leadership for the Advanced Ground Architecture program’s System Planning and Scheduling team .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $198,050 - $286,350 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in software development leadership, particularly in Java and cloud environments, while overseeing the full software lifecycle from design to testing. Proven ability to mentor developers and manage software project performance, ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards.

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Java DevelopmentCloud Environment ExperienceSoftware Configuration ManagementActive U.S. Top Secret Security ClearanceSoftware Project Management

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Hard Skills

JavaC++AngularReact.jsHTMLCSSSoftware Configuration Management ToolsSoftware Development LifecycleValidation and VerificationDebugging

Soft Skills

MentoringLeadershipCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Cloud PlatformsWindows Operating SystemLinux Operating SystemDevelopment/Testing ToolsSoftware Architecture

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or HigherActive U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Software DevelopmentSystem PlanningSchedulingRequirements TraceabilityGenerative AI Software DevelopmentSpecification RequirementsChange ControlCertification SystemsHost EnvironmentsNetworks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularCloudJavaJavaScriptLinuxReactC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide software development leadership for the Advanced Ground Architecture program’s System Planning and Scheduling team
Lead and execute large-scale Java development
Accelerate complex software development and shepherd peer reviews for code merge requests
Provide subsystem leadership on key components
Mentor early- and mid-career software developers
Assist P6 and Chief Engineering with architecture and software system engineering duties and decisions
Monitor overall cost and schedule performance
Lead integration and test activities
Integrate software products in various environments
Generate and update test plans and procedures
Validate and verify requirements
Oversee the design, development, testing, and maintenance of non-embedded software across the end-to-end lifecycle
Oversee customer-requirement analysis and translation into initial software product designs
Review software development, maintenance, enhancement, optimization, and systems integration
Oversee software architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs
Oversee debugging and issue resolution
Research and implement current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and regulatory changes
Lead software processes, tools, and key performance metrics
Review software research and development projects
Consult on software domains, system-specific issues, processes, and regulations
Oversee software project management and supplier management
Track and evaluate software team and supplier performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or higher
10+ years of experience with Java, C++, Angular/React.js, HTML, and CSS languages
10+ years of experience in software configuration management tools
3+ years’ experience developing software products in a cloud environment
Experience working with both Windows and Linux operating systems
Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance; a clearance active within the past 24 months is considered active
U.S. Citizenship required for the security clearance
U.S. Person status required for U.S. export control compliance
Successful completion of the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process
Must complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
Preferred: Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 14+ years of related work experience; OR Bachelor’s Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience; OR 22+ years of related, relevant experience
Preferred experience with specification requirements, guidelines, change control, certification systems, host environments, processors, operating systems, networks, software architecture, requirements traceability, development/testing tools, validation and verification, and Generative AI software development
Preferred 10+ years’ experience developing software products in a cloud environment

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
Boeing 401(k) dollar-for-dollar matching up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting
Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match for eligible enrolled U.S. employees
Relocation based on candidate eligibility