Senior Software Engineer (Experienced, Senior)

ZipRecruiter; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,891,000 - 2,560,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Real Time Software Engineer (Experienced/Senior) to develop Vehicle Management System software. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience with C/C++ and Real-Time systems, along with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering. This role offers opportunities for technical leadership and professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with C/C++.
• 5+ years of experience designing and developing software for Real-Time systems.
• 5+ years of experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• 3+ years of experience in Safety Critical Software Development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software architectures and designs.
• Integrate software components into a functional system.
• Execute test procedures and document results.
• Provide technical leadership for software projects.
• Train and mentor team members.

Skills

C/C++

Real-Time Systems Development

Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Safety Critical Software Development

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field

Tools

Jira

ClearCase

Git

Job description

Overview

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 looking for a Real Time Software Engineer (Experienced, Senior) for a Phantom Works Proprietary program located in Berkeley, MO. This position focuses on developing Vehicle Management System (VMS) software to support the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization. The Vehicle Management System provides flight and subsystem control for the platform.

We are hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced and Senior Software Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document and maintain architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems.
• Develop and maintain code and integrate software components into a fully functional software system.
• Develop and maintain software development plans, verification plans, test procedures and test environments; execute test procedures and document results to ensure software system requirements are met.
• Provide technical leadership for software projects.
• Support and maintain software processes, tools and metrics.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations.
• Track and evaluate software team progress to ensure product and process conformance to project plans and industry standards.
• Train and mentor others.
• Work under general direction.

We work in a casual but professional environment with multi-disciplined teams of engineers that take pride in developing, integrating, testing and delivering innovative solutions. There is long-term potential for career growth into technical leadership or management positions, and we value the curiosity, tenacity and imagination our engineers bring to our teams each day.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of experience with C/C++
• 5+ years of experience designing and developing software for Real-Time or Non-Real-Time systems
• 5+ years of experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• 3+ years of experience in Safety Critical Software Development

Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• 7+ years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active Secret Clearance
• Real-time embedded software experience
• Agile software development
• Familiarity with MIL-HDBK-516C, MIL-STD-882E, JSSSEH, DO-178C
• Python, C# and/or Assembly experience
• Experience with Green Hills Integrity or other Real-Time Operating Systems
• Experience with fault tolerance, signal processing or control system design
• Experience with tools such as Jira, ClearCase and Git

Travel

10%

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.

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 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: $107,100 - $144,900

Summary pay range for Senior: $127,500 - $172,500

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 19, 2025

Export Control and Relocation

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security and Visa

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 and Contingencies

Shift: This position is for 1st shift.

Contingent Upon Program Reward: The position is contingent upon program award.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.