Defense Systems Software Architect Lead

The Boeing Company; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Senior Software Architect in Herndon, VA to lead software modernization, design, and integration efforts within the Intelligence Systems Mission Systems team. The role requires guiding architecture, mentoring engineers, and coordinating with government and internal stakeholders on complex subsystems and software products.

Candidates should have 10+ years in software design with Python/C/C++/Java, 5+ years in Linux/RTOS, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• 10+ years designing and developing software with Python, C/C++, C# and/or Java.
• 5+ years developing Linux and/or RTOS software.
• 5+ years leading software teams/projects.
• 5+ years shaping software architecture and interfaces.
• 1+ years with TCP/UDP networks.

Responsibilities

• Present and communicate software architecture decisions with stakeholders.
• Develop architectural approaches and detailed specifications for subsystems.
• Ensure plans align with program expectations and manage risks.
• Review designs and code for conformance to architecture vision.
• Own software deliveries and milestones with quality focus.
• Coach junior engineers on best practices.

Skills

Python/C++/Java

Linux/RTOS

Team leadership

System architecture

TCP/UDP networking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

GitLab

JIRA

Jenkins

Artifactory

Job description

The Boeing Company is seeking a Senior Software Architect in Herndon, VA to lead software modernization, design, and integration efforts within the Intelligence Systems Mission Systems team. The role requires guiding architecture, mentoring engineers, and coordinating with government and internal stakeholders on complex subsystems and software products.

Candidates should have 10+ years in software design with Python/C/C++/Java, 5+ years in Linux/RTOS, and strong leadership.