Senior Software Developer - Connected Aviation (Onsite)
About The Position
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Avionics: Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today. Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Requirements
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
- Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern front-end practices
- Expertise in one or more server-side languages: Python, Ruby, Java, PHP, .NET
- Experience building multi-threaded and asynchronous applications
- Experience with socket programming and event-driven architecture
- Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MonetDB)
- Strong understanding of JSON, XML, and XSD structures and schemas
Nice To Haves
- Experience designing microservices and distributed systems with RESTful APIs
- Agile/Scrum development experience
- Knowledge of WMI and WCF frameworks
- Familiarity with SOA and enterprise integration patterns
- Experience developing in both Linux and Windows environments
- Understanding of MVC patterns and modern application architectures
- Experience refactoring or modernizing legacy applications for cloud platforms
- Proficiency with IDEs such as Eclipse, WebStorm, and Visual Studio
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and real‑time diagnostics in cloud environments
- Hands-on experience with IaaS/PaaS platforms (VMware, OpenShift, OpenStack)
- Experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Strong experience with JavaScript frameworks and related technologies: ES6+, ReactJS, NodeJS, C#, HTML5
- Experience integrating with AWS and VMware REST APIs for resource automation, monitoring, or management
Responsibilities
- Architect, develop, and maintain scalable front-end and back-end systems.
- Drive design of responsive, high‑performance user interfaces and web interactions.
- Build and optimize server-side logic, APIs, and data layers.
- Design, implement, and maintain RESTful API services and integrations.
- Develop secure, reliable servers and databases to support application functionality.
- Ensure cross-platform compatibility and mobile optimization.
- Lead collaboration with UX/UI and design teams to deliver polished interfaces.
- Apply advanced programming best practices, patterns, and code quality standards.
- Translate business and technical requirements into well-engineered solutions.
- Stay current with emerging web technologies and guide adoption of modern tools.
- Mentor engineers and contribute to overall system architecture and technical strategy.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
- Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
- Adoption Assistance
- Autism Benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
- Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
- Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
- Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
- Paid time off
- Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
