Senior Software Engineer – Rocky Program

Boeing

. Support the Space Mission Systems Rapid Space Capabilities portfolio, focused on the Rocky program .

Posted 10/13/2026full-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 design, implementation, and testing for space mission systems, with a strong focus on object-oriented design and software engineering principles. Proven ability to lead software teams, shape architecture strategies, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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Software DevelopmentObject-Oriented DesignJavaC++Python

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Hard Skills

Software Engineering PrinciplesSoftware Configuration ManagementSoftware ArchitectureSoftware Life Cycle ManagementSystems Engineering

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Spring FrameworkHibernateRDBMSMongoDBAWSAzureGitJenkinsMavenGradle

Certifications & Qualifications

Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Space-Based SystemsGround-Based SystemsDevSecOpsTDDCI/CD Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGradleHibernateJavaJavaScriptJenkinsMavenMongoDBPythonRDBMSSpringC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Space Mission Systems Rapid Space Capabilities portfolio, focused on the Rocky program
Drive end-to-end software development for the Rocky program
Own software design, implementation, and testing processes and best practices
Meet program schedules and milestones
Shape organization-wide software architecture strategy for Space Mission Systems ground solutions
Oversee the design, development, and analyses of software systems
Partner with stakeholders to translate software requirements and models meeting customer, operational, and performance requirements
Oversee software system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities
Lead software teams through code reviews aligned with requirements and standards
Oversee product and process reviews for alignment with project plans and industry standards
Research and oversee implementation of current and emerging software technologies, tools, and frameworks
Work onsite with development, design, review preparation, customer coordination, and closed-area development activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
10+ years' experience in foundational Computer Science knowledge and object-oriented design and software patterns
Experience with systems engineering or software development on space-based or ground-based systems
Experience with Software Engineering principles including Software Configuration Management, Software Architecture and Design, and Software Life Cycle Management
Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance required
U.S. Citizenship required
U.S. export control compliance eligibility as a “U.S. Person”
Experience with Java, C++, Python, JS frameworks, Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST, or OpenAPI
Experience using dependency management and automation services such as Ivy, Maven, Gradle, Git, or Jenkins
Experience using cloud-based infrastructure such as AWS or Azure
Familiarity with TDD, agile software development, DevSecOps, and CI/CD management
Experience as a Technical Lead Engineer, Software Lead, Software Architect, and/or Chief Engineer on a complex software development project/program
Experience with software for control systems, embedded FPGA, low latency deterministic systems, operator interfaces, control gimbals, ground antennas, or optical sensors
Must satisfy 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
Position may require travel up to 20% of the time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay and 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
Immediate 100% vesting of Boeing 401(k) matching contributions
Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match for eligible enrolled U.S. employees
Relocation based on candidate eligibility