Java Software Engineer - Developer (Experienced and Senior)

Boeing; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking Java Software Engineers – Developer (Experienced and Senior) for the Advanced Ground Architecture team. Positions span Herndon, VA and other U.S. locations, focusing on multi‑tier Java/React-based software for space vehicle command and control in distributed environments.

Ideal candidates have strong Java/C++, Angular/React experience, Linux/Windows, cloud deployment, and Agile experience. Security clearance is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and Top Secret clearance required.
• Experience with Java, C++, Angular/React, HTML, CSS ecosystems.
• Experience with cloud environments and software development tools.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, tests, and maintains software in an Agile lifecycle.
• Translates customer requirements into design and software products.
• Develops, maintains, and enhances software for system integrations.
• Documents architectures, requirements, interfaces, and designs.

Skills

Java

C++

Angular/React

HTML/CSS

Agile

Windows

Linux

Cloud

Top Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Top Secret Clearance

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Git

GitLab

Maven

Kubernetes

Helm

AWS

MongoDB

Job description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

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

CodeVue Coding Challenge

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

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, Seal Beach, California, El Segundo, California: $135,150 - $182,850

Mesa, Arizona and Colorado Springs, Colorado: $126,650 - $171,350

Summary Pay Range for Senior Level (Level 4):

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

Mesa, Arizona and Colorado Springs, Colorado: $160,650 - $217,350

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 19, 2026

Export Control Requirements

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.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.