Senior Software Engineer - Remote with Secret Clearance

RTX (Raytheon); United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to lead SPIRE’s full-stack development, modernization, and security-compliant deployment across classified enclaves. You will drive architectural updates and mentor junior engineers while expanding capabilities for AI-enabled features.

You will collaborate with Air Force Weather teams, implement visualization for weather-based mission planning, and apply modern frameworks and best practices in a federally compliant environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM field and a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Experience in full-stack development with Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, and modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).
• Experience with relational and non-relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Jenkins, Splunk, Jira, and Confluence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of SPIRE user interface components and backend Python services.
• Modernize SPIRE's technical stack, ensuring compliance with evolving cyber and software standards.
• Architectural updates, troubleshoot software issues, and implement performance optimization strategies.
• Support classified enclave deployments (SIPR/JWICS) ensuring security and operational requirements.
• Implement visualization capabilities, including raster-based weather impact images for mission planning.
• Collaborate across Air Force Weather teams to ensure SPIRE integrations meet system needs and interface standards.
• Research emerging technologies and drive adoption of modern frameworks and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior developers, supporting code reviews and team guidance.
• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and cross-team coordination.
• Contribute to future SPIRE AI feature development and integration with Air Force Weather intelligence systems.

Skills

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

Node.js

React

Angular

Vue

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM

Tools

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Splunk

Jira

Confluence

Job description

RTX is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to lead SPIRE’s full-stack development, modernization, and security-compliant deployment across classified enclaves. You will drive architectural updates and mentor junior engineers while expanding capabilities for AI-enabled features.

You will collaborate with Air Force Weather teams, implement visualization for weather-based mission planning, and apply modern frameworks and best practices in a federally compliant environment.