Software Engineer, Developer – Autonomy and Mission Planning

Boeing

. Design, develop, test, and maintain non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeBerkeley • Missouri • United StatesSenior💰 $126,650 - $217,350 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Software Engineering with a focus on C++ and real-time software development, while leading teams in Agile environments. Proficient in software architecture, testing, and documentation, with a strong understanding of autonomous systems and compliance requirements.

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C++Real-Time Software DevelopmentAgile Software Development ProcessSoftware ArchitectureAutonomy and Robotics Software Techniques

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringSoftware TestingUse Case DevelopmentInterface DefinitionsUnit TestingIntegration TestingSimulation DevelopmentContinuous Integration PracticesSoftware DocumentationMission Systems Architectures

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

JIRAGITJenkinsOpen Missions Systems (OMS)Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI)

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeActive U.S. Secret Security Clearance (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Electromagnetic Warfare (EW)RadarAutonomous SystemsU.S. Person StatusU.S. Citizenship

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JenkinsC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, test, and maintain non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle
Review, analyze, and translate customer requirements into initial software product designs
Lead junior engineers in software development
Perform use case development for software requirements
Perform software architecture trade studies and modifications to meet new requirements
Develop interface definitions
Perform unit and integration testing
Participate in peer reviews
Support system and flight testing
Create software documentation
Work collaboratively in a multi-contract/multi-program environment
Support autonomous systems software development for Boeing Defense, Space & Security

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
Ability to obtain Secret US Security clearance (Post-Start)
U.S. Person status required for U.S. export control compliance
U.S. citizenship required for U.S. Government security clearance
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
5+ years of Software Engineering experience
3+ years of C++
2+ years of Autonomy and/or robotics software techniques
2+ years of real-time software development experience
3+ years of Agile Software development process experience
Senior level: 9 or more years’ related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance preferred
Experience with Mission Systems architectures and Open Missions Systems (OMS) and/or Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI)
Familiarity with Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) and/or Radar
Simulation development experience
Continuous integration practices
JIRA, GIT, and Jenkins
Software testing experience
Ability to travel up to 10%

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
Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates
Relocation based on candidate eligibility
Technical assessment as part of the selection process