Software Engineer, Data Systems (Experienced or Senior) | Rocky Program

Boeing•El Segundo, CA
•$126,650 - $232,300•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company’s Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is hiring an Experienced or Senior Software Engineer, Data Systems to support the Space Mission Systems (SMS) Rapid Space Capabilities (RSC) portfolio, focused on the Rocky program. The position is based onsite in Albuquerque, New Mexico, or El Segundo, California. The selected candidate will architect, design, develop, and test a data system that handles large data and video demands while meeting the Rocky program’s software development schedule and milestones. The teams build next-generation products and services for BDS, working with commercial, government, and proprietary customers on space and ground technologies. Their engineering work spans technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements, design, build, integration, testing, and demonstrations in relevant environments. This role requires an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship. The position is expected to be 100% onsite and may require travel up to 20% of the time. Relocation is available based on candidate eligibility. Candidates must complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, or equivalent.
  • At least 3 years of experience with large Database Management Systems (DBMS), including proficiency in SQL, complex queries, stored procedures, triggers, and database design.
  • Foundational computer science knowledge and experience with object-oriented design and software patterns.
  • Knowledge of Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes, such as SSIS, and data backup and recovery techniques.
  • Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required. A clearance active within the past 24 months is considered active.
  • Meet U.S. export control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.
  • Complete the required technical assessment as part of the selection process.

Nice To Haves

  • For Level 4: 9 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science, plus 5 or more years of related work experience; or a bachelor’s degree plus 9 or more years of directly related work experience; or 13 or more years of related, relevant experience.
  • An active U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
  • Experience with software engineering principles, including Software Configuration Management, Software Architecture and Design, and Software Life Cycle Management.
  • Experience with one or more of Java, C++, SQL, Python, JavaScript frameworks such as React, jQuery UI, or OpenLayers, Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST, and OpenAPI.
  • Experience with 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 test-driven development (TDD), agile software development, DevSecOps, and CI/CD management.
  • Experience optimizing data systems, including performance tuning, indexing, and security protocols such as encryption and GDPR/HIPAA.
  • Experience with RDBMS such as SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL and NoSQL systems such as MongoDB.
  • Experience with systems engineering or software development on space-based or ground-based systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and analysis of user interfaces for software systems.
  • Partner with stakeholders to translate software requirements and models into solutions that meet customer, operational, and performance requirements.
  • Lead software system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities.
  • Lead software engineers in completing code reviews to ensure alignment with requirements and standards.
  • Lead reviews of products and processes to ensure alignment with project plans and industry standards.
  • Research and oversee implementation of current and emerging software technologies, tools, and frameworks, including development, design, review preparation, customer coordination, and closed-area development.

Benefits

  • Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
  • Boeing 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 10% of eligible pay and immediate 100% vesting.
  • Student Loan Match for eligible enrolled U.S. employees with qualified student loan payments.
  • Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
  • Relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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