Java Software Engineer – Developer (Experienced and Senior)

Socket.dev; Arizona; On-site; USD 127,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking Java Software Engineers – Developer (Experienced and Senior) to support the Advanced Ground Architecture team. Positions available in Mesa, Arizona, with responsibilities spanning design, development, testing, and maintenance of multi‑tiered software for ground and space applications.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in Java, C++, Angular/React.js, HTML/CSS, and cloud environments, plus 2+ years Agile.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance required.
• Experience on Windows and Linux operating systems.
• 3+ years of experience with Java, C++, Angular/React.js, HTML, and CSS.
• 3+ years of experience in software development and configuration management tools.
• 3+ years of experience developing software products in a cloud environment.
• 2+ years of experience with Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, tests, and maintains software in an Agile execution that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards.
• Reviews, analyzes, and translates customer requirements into initial design and software products.
• Develops, maintains, and enhances software products & features for system integrations.
• Documents and maintains architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs for software products.
• Debugs and resolves issues identified to ensure reliability and efficiency of software products.
• Interfaces with the user community to troubleshoot technical issues and gather feedback for future design concepts.
• Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and regulatory changes relevant to software development.
• Develops, establishes, monitors, and improves software processes and KPIs aligning with goals.

Skills

Java

C++

Angular/React.js

HTML

CSS

Windows/Linux

Security clearance

Cloud environments

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Maven

Git

Gitlab

Job description

Java Software Engineer – Developer (Experienced and Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is currently seeking Java Software Engineers – Developer (Experienced and Senior) to support our Advanced Ground Architecture team located in Herndon, Virginia, Mesa, Arizona, and Seal Beach, California.

This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.

The Advanced Ground Architecture (AGA) software team is a dynamic group of software engineers creating the future of Ground support with the extensibility and adaptability to be used across ALL Boeing programs. The software team is executing this vision through modern software technologies (Java, ReactJS, python, CI/CD pipelines) and methodologies (Scaled Agile). AGA is looking for self-motivated high performers to execute the large scope of Java development needed for the program's vision.

The ideal candidates will provide software engineering functions for the design, development, and maintenance of complex, multi-tiered application software systems used to support the command and control of space vehicles. The software engineers will work day‑to‑day with system and test engineers in order to implement, test, and document new features and improvements for both web services and applications supporting distributed computing solutions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Designs, develops, tests, and maintains software in an Agile execution that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards throughout the end‑to‑end lifecycle
• Reviews, analyzes, and translates customer requirements into initial design and software products
• Develops, maintains, and enhances software products & features for system integrations
• Documents and maintains architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs for software products
• Debugs and resolves issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products
• Interfaces with the user community to troubleshoot technical issues, seek user feedback, and develop future design concepts
• Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development
• Develops, establishes, monitors, and improves software processes, tools, and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks
• Advises on software domains, system‑specific issues, processes, and regulations

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance
• Experience in both Windows and Linux operating systems
• 3+ years of experience with Java, C++, Angular/React.js, HTML, and CSS Languages
• 3+ years of experience in software development and configuration management tools
• 3+ years of experience developing software products in a cloud environment
• 2+ years of experience with Agile methodologies

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in Java, React
• 5+ years of experience in Window, Linux, and AWS environments
• 5+ years of experience in Windows‑based IDEs, Linux‑based IDEs, Maven, Git, Gitlab
• 2+ years of experience using Agile methodologies and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, BitBucket)
• 2+ years of experience writing unit tests (Junit/Mockito Testing)
• 2+ years of experience with Spring Boot, NoSQL Databases (specifically MongoDB), REST API integration, and Kubernetes with Helm
• Experience implementing algorithms involving orbital mechanics, coordinate transforms, etc.
• Experience working with distributed teams

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range for Experienced Level (Level 3):

Herndon, Virginia and Seal Beach, California: $135,150 - $182,850

Mesa, Arizona: $126,650 - $171,350

Summary Pay Range for Senior Level (Level 4):

Herndon, Virginia and Seal Beach, California: $171,700 - $232,400

Mesa, Arizona: $160,650 - $217,350

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active). This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.