Senior Cloud & Web Software Engineer

GE Aerospace

. Architect and develop end-to-end software solutions across cloud infrastructure, APIs, backend services, and web applications .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeGrand Rapids • Michigan • United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $173,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing cloud-native applications, APIs, and backend services while leading Agile teams and driving architectural decisions. Proficient in modern programming languages and cloud platforms, with a strong focus on security, scalability, and performance optimization.

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Cloud-Native ArchitectureAPI DevelopmentCI/CD PracticesTechnical LeadershipAgile Software Development

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Hard Skills

C#JavaPythonJavaScriptTypeScriptGoAzureAWS.NETDocker

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsSelf-StarterAdaptabilityOwnershipAccountability

Tools & Technologies

KubernetesMicroservicesRESTful APIsGraphQLEvent-Driven Architectures

Industry Keywords

Cloud Security Best PracticesReal-Time Data SystemsConnected ApplicationsScalable Cloud ArchitecturesSoftware Engineering Fundamentals

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularAWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsDockerGraphQLJavaJavaScriptKubernetesMicroservicesNode.jsPythonReactTypeScriptVue.jsGo.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and develop end-to-end software solutions across cloud infrastructure, APIs, backend services, and web applications
Lead the design of cloud-native, scalable, secure, and high-availability systems
Define technical strategy for modernizing legacy applications into cloud-based, data-driven platforms
Drive architectural decisions involving performance, scalability, reliability, observability, security, and cost optimization
Evaluate and adopt microservices, containers, event-driven systems, and web frameworks
Support system design for real-time data collection, remote monitoring, health visibility, and intelligent data processing
Provide technical leadership to Agile/Scrum software teams
Lead or support sprint planning, design reviews, estimation sessions, and technical decision-making
Promote reusable components, shared standards, and scalable development practices
Champion DevOps practices including CI/CD, automated testing, infrastructure as code, and release discipline
Improve delivery predictability, software quality, and cycle time
Partner with stakeholders, product/program managers, architects, and customers to translate needs into technical solutions
Collaborate across engineering and business functions to define requirements and identify connected product innovation opportunities
Advise on build-versus-buy decisions, technical investments, and roadmap tradeoffs
Communicate complex technical topics to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Contribute to product and platform strategies aligned with business goals
Design and develop backend services, APIs, cloud infrastructure, platform services, web interfaces, and connected application features
Implement secure integrations using REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, and messaging/event frameworks
Apply software engineering fundamentals in system design, data structures, algorithms, and design patterns
Support transformation of products into connected, intelligent systems with modern user experiences
Mentor engineers across cloud and web domains
Promote coding standards, design reviews, testing strategies, and software architecture best practices
Help teams navigate ambiguity and make sound technical decisions
Contribute to continuous improvement, technical curiosity, and engineering rigor
Share knowledge and strengthen team capability across modern software disciplines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field
5+ years of professional software engineering experience
Significant experience designing, developing, and delivering cloud and web-based software solutions
Demonstrated technical leadership experience, including setting technical direction, leading design decisions, mentoring engineers, or owning major deliverables/outcomes
Experience working in Agile software development environments
Experience with API development, cloud-native architecture, CI/CD, automated testing, and observability
U.S. citizenship status required
Must be local to Grand Rapids, Michigan
Strong proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, or similar
Experience with Azure and/or AWS, including compute, storage, messaging, databases, and managed cloud services
Experience with modern frontend frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue
Experience with backend platforms/frameworks such as .NET, Node.js, FastAPI, or similar
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and microservices-based architectures
Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and event-driven architectures
Experience designing and deploying cloud-native applications and distributed systems
Familiarity with HTTP/REST, WebSockets, GraphQL, message queues, or event streaming
Understanding of real-time data systems, connected applications, and scalable cloud architectures
Knowledge of cloud security best practices, including authentication, authorization, encryption, identity/access management, and secure API design
Ability to make sound technical tradeoffs in complex environments
Ability to influence across functions and work effectively in a matrixed organization
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives
Strong communication skills
Self-starter with ownership and accountability
Comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with teams
Adaptable in environments with evolving priorities and ambiguity
Passion for modern software development, innovation, and continuous learning
Commitment to scalable, reliable, and user-centered digital solutions
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable
May be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of base salary/commission based on the plan
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
Company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
Professional development
Relocation assistance