Lead Software Developer
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Apply advanced job principles, theories, and concepts to develop highly advanced satellite ground real time software Recognize and act as an expert and technical lead engineer within the product,
Apply advanced job principles, theories, and concepts to develop highly advanced satellite ground real time software Recognize and act as an expert and technical lead engineer w
The Boeing Company is looking for a Lead Software Developer to join the Ground Software Engineering team located in El Segundo, CA. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Satellite Systems Software Engineering organization.
Our team creates the software tools and services for the world’s highest performing satellite/ground systems for USG and Commercial customers. This role will be part of Boeing’s recently awarded ESS program.
This exciting position requires demonstrated experience with the software development full life cycle (requirements, design, code, test, review), ability to lead a team with clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and support existing capabilities for multiple software programming projects. Demonstrated critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required.
Responsibilities
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Apply advanced job principles, theories, and concepts to develop highly advanced satellite ground real time software
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Recognize and act as an expert and technical lead engineer within the product, providing guidance and mentorship to other engineers.
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Focus on collaborating across multiple teams and working on an Integrated Product Team (IPT)
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Initiate assignments and determine technical objectives to achieve desired results, often acting independently to uncover and resolve issues.
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Lead software development, facilitate code reviews, and provide technical guidance on software standards and design principles.
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Develop information that extends knowledge in a given field, forming the basis of newly developed concepts, theories, and products.
Requirements
~1 min readBachelor’s Degree
5+ years of experience developing complex software applications and algorithmic solutions
5+ years of experience with Java or C++ object-oriented programming
1+ years of experience leading software development
Experience in a cloud computing environment e.g. Azure/AWS/Google Cloud
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (Interim prestart, final post start)
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 9+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 13+ years of directly related work experience OR 17+ years of related, relevant experience
Strong technical aptitude and experience leading teams in delivering quality software
Experience with full software development lifecycle that includes requirements analysis through formal qualification
Experience in coaching teams with software best practices, design principles, and coding standards.
Active U.S. Top Secret / SCI Security Clearance
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.
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.
What We Offer
~1 min readAt 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/p4 Lead: $171,700 - $232,300
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- Posted
- August 17, 2026
- First seen
- August 20, 2026
- Last seen
- August 20, 2026
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