Remote Principal Software Engineer — Lead & Mentor

RTX (Raytheon); United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RTX's Collins Aerospace Mission Systems team is seeking a remote software engineer to lead design, development, and testing of advanced software in an agile setting. The role emphasizes mentoring, critical thinking, and collaboration across disciplines to meet mission-critical needs.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Java/C++/C#, agile DevSecOps processes, and holds an active Secret clearance. Remote work from the US is supported; citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience with software development, test, and/or integration using Java, C++, or C#.
• Proficiency in agile software development methodologies or DevSecOps practices.
• Active and transferable U.S. government Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and testing of software in an agile, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to thrive in small, empowered teams.
• Mentor and coach junior to mid-level engineers, delegating tasks.

Skills

Java

C++

C#

Python

Multithreading

Networking protocols

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Jenkins

Git

Bitbucket

Docker

Job description

RTX's Collins Aerospace Mission Systems team is seeking a remote software engineer to lead design, development, and testing of advanced software in an agile setting. The role emphasizes mentoring, critical thinking, and collaboration across disciplines to meet mission-critical needs.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Java/C++/C#, agile DevSecOps processes, and holds an active Secret clearance. Remote work from the US is supported; citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.