Software Engineer (Experienced / Senior)

Boeing; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Colorado Springs is seeking an experienced Software Engineer. This role involves full-stack development with Java, Python, and React.js, while participating in various stages of the product lifecycle. Candidates should have extensive software engineering and web-based development experience, along with a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position allows for hybrid work, requiring a minimum of three days on site.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience with modern development approaches.
• 3+ years of software development in ReactJS, Redux, JavaScript, TypeScript.
• Experience identifying security vulnerabilities in source code.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain custom software applications.
• Perform code reviews to ensure alignment to requirements.
• Mentor junior engineering talent.

Skills

Software engineering experience

Web-based development

Agile software development

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, data science, or computer science

Tools

Java

React.js

Python

C++

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

Software Engineer (Experienced / Senior) at Boeing. The Boeing Space & Launch Division's GSCCE program is looking for Software Engineers (Experienced/Senior) in Colorado Springs, CO. This role involves updating, upgrading, and developing a modernized global MILSATCOM ground system and participating in the full product development lifecycle from conceptualization to maintenance and support.

Why This is an Exciting Role

You will be part of the Boeing SIWS (Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems) Division and the GSCCE team, contributing to a project that manages WGS payloads for Boeing-built satellites. The role offers mentoring, collaboration, and opportunities to influence project outcomes within a fast-paced environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Full-Stack developer, proficient in all application layers from the user interface to the server-side logic and database.
• Develop and maintain custom software applications using Java, Python, C++, React.js, HTML, CSS, and related technologies.
• Familiar with code hardening and the Application Security & Development (AS&D) Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG).
• Familiar with code quality and code coverage tools like linting and static application security testing (SAST).
• Design, develop, analyze, document, and maintain software systems that meet industry, customer and internal quality, safety, security and certification standards.
• Complete software system-level analyses to identify risks, issues and opportunities; integrate and deploy mitigation actions throughout the software lifecycle.
• Perform code reviews to ensure alignment to requirements and standards.
• Monitor and review test completion, verification processes, and issue resolution for software.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, including identifying root causes and developing solutions for optimal performance.
• Develop clean, maintainable, and efficient code within the existing codebase, aligned with architecture and coding standards.
• Advocate for improvements to product quality, security, and performance and contribute to team-wide enhancements.
• Mentor junior engineering talent with technical guidance.
• Communicate effectively with end-users to design and build solutions, pursue self-directed learning, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Experience and Qualifications

Required Education and Years of Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, data science, or computer science with 5+ years of related experience OR
• Master's degree in engineering, data science, or computer science with 3+ years of related experience
• 4 years of additional experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree

Required Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
• 3+ years of software engineering experience with modern development approaches
• 3+ years of web-based development using ReactJS, Redux, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS
• 3+ years of Agile software development
• Experience delivering enterprise solutions with Java Spring (Spring Boot, JDBC, Security) and front-end frameworks such as Angular
• Experience identifying security vulnerabilities in source code
• Knowledge of back-end and front-end development concepts (HTML, CSS, JS, etc.)

Desired Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance
• 5+ years of open-source software development experience
• 5+ years tuning Kubernetes and host OS for optimal performance
• 5+ years troubleshooting software and network integration during platform deployments
• 3+ years with web socket programming
• Ability to work with ambiguity, self-direct work, and support project leadership activities
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and government security requirements for software delivery and system accreditation

Telework/Remote Availability

Hybrid work is authorized (minimum 3 days onsite).

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.

Work Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Travel

Up to 10%.

Summary Pay Range

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications. General range: $114,000 - $158,000.

Application Timeline

Applications for this position will be accepted through September 15th, 2025.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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