Lead Software Engineer - Embedded

Boeing; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in Long Beach, California is seeking a Lead Software Engineer – Embedded to drive software development for avionics embedded systems, overseeing design, testing and integration across hardware and software lifecycles.

Must have 10+ years in software leadership, the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance, and substantial experience with automated test strategies and DevSecOps practices. Excellent collaboration and communication across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Ability to obtain an active U.S. Security Clearance.
• 10+ years of experience leading software development.
• 10+ years of leading or supporting trade studies, business case development, work transfers, and/or statement of work management.
• 10+ years of experience developing and implementing automated test strategies.
• 5+ years in leadership roles driving developer productivity or DevSecOps adoption.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the design, development, test, debugging and maintenance of software that is integrated into embedded devices and systems and meets industry, customer, safety and regulation standards
• Oversees the review, analyses, and translation of customer requirements into the design of software products for embedded devices and systems
• Oversees code review for embedded systems software to run on specific specialized hardware
• Oversees integration of embedded software with hardware components
• Reviews analyses, monitoring and improvement of the efficiency and stability of embedded software systems
• Reviews testing and debugging of software for embedded devices and systems
• Oversees research and implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development and hardware technologies
• Provides consultation on software and hardware integration domains
• Oversees tracking and evaluation of internal and supplier software team performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards
• Oversees embedded software project management functions

Skills

Low-Level Development

High-Integrity Software

Test Automation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Tools

VS Code

Git

Markdown

YAML

CI/CD

DevOps

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.

Lead Software Engineer – Embedded

Positions are based in Long Beach, California and Plano, Texas.

We are particularly interested in engineers who are passionate about one or more of the following areas:

• Low-Level Development: Creating kernel and user mode drivers for Linux and real-time operating systems. Leading and collaborating across engineering disciplines to define, develop, and debug hardware/software interfaces for avionics systems. Experience with board bring-up, bootloaders, and on-target debugging is a plus.
• High-Integrity Software Development: Deriving and allocating requirements with traceability throughout the software lifecycle. Designing solutions that meet requirements and defining application interfaces. Developing, reviewing and optimizing code that adheres to necessary safety and quality standards.
• Integration and Test Automation: Integrating software components on emulated and target hardware. Identifying vulnerabilities and ensuring software resilience. Developing and executing test strategy, including automated tests for safety-critical software.

A successful candidate will be able to independently tackle challenging problems, communicate effectively, and take responsibility for the complete software lifecycle. All candidates are expected to possess working knowledge of modern software engineering tools and practices, such as VS Code, Git, Markdown, YAML, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, and a bias towards automation.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversees the design, development, test, debugging and maintenance of software that is integrated into embedded devices and systems and meets industry, customer, safety and regulation standards
• Oversees the review, analyses, and translation of customer requirements into the design of software products for embedded devices and systems
• Oversees code review for embedded systems software to run on specific specialized hardware
• Oversees integration of embedded software with hardware components
• Reviews analyses, monitoring and improvement of the efficiency and stability of embedded software systems
• Reviews testing and debugging of software for embedded devices and systems
• Oversees research and implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development and hardware technologies
• Provides consultation on software and hardware integration domains
• Oversees tracking and evaluation of internal and supplier software team performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards
• Oversees embedded software project management functions

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to obtain an active U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
• 10+ years of experience leading software development
• 10+ years of experience leading or supporting trade studies, business case development, work transfers, and/or statement of work management
• 10+ years of experience developing and implementing automated test strategies
• 5+ years of experience in leadership roles driving developer productivity or DevSecOps adoption

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in computer engineering or similar engineering discipline
• Ability to effectively lead, communicate and collaborate with key stake holders across multiple organizations
• Experience with software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints
• Ability to independently identify and solve problems encountered by the team using both creativity and established engineering principles
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to isolate issues with logs and test results
• Experience debugging, integrating, and testing software in emulated and hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Experience identifying software vulnerabilities and implementing effective measures to protect the software
• Understanding of fundamental cyber security concepts, such as secure boot, encryption, and key management
• Experience with general and real-time software development and testing tools, capability and usage. Real-time tool examples include cross compilers, target debuggers and test/performance instrumentation
• Experience with domains, characteristics, constraints and products that require real-time software and influence architecture, requirements, interfaces, designs, and integration/test approaches

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: $211,650 - $286,350

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 04, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.