Company The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Java Software Engineer (Associate/Experienced) with experience in software engineering and architecting to support the Denali Software team located in Herndon, Virginia. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) software engineering organization. The Denali software team is a dynamic group of curious, bold, and innovative software engineers striving for excellence in delivering quality products to end users. The software team is executing this vision through modern software technologies (Java, CI/CD pipelines) and methodologies (Scaled Agile). The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, high-performing software engineer with an aptitude for designing, developing, and maintaining complex multi-tiered application software systems. The software engineer will work day-to-day with a team of systems engineers, test engineers, and other software engineers to execute future vision. Responsibilities Lead the design, development, testing, and ongoing maintenance of non-embedded software across the full end-to-end lifecycle to meet industry, customer, safety, and regulatory requirements. Analyze and translate customer requirements into clear, practical initial software designs that align with project goals. Develop, maintain, enhance, and optimize software products and features to enable robust system integration. Create, document, and preserve architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and detailed designs that support reliable implementation. Diagnose and resolve defects to ensure software reliability, efficiency, and performance. Manage user inquiries, troubleshoot technical issues, and analyze feedback to drive product improvements. Evaluate and adopt current and emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks while incorporating relevant regulatory changes. Establish, monitor, and continuously improve software processes, tools, and key performance metrics to align work with organizational objectives and industry benchmarks. Execute and document software research and development projects. Provide technical guidance on software domains, system-specific challenges, processes, and regulatory considerations. Perform software project management activities and oversee supplier relationships to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables. Track and assess team and supplier performance to ensure products and processes comply with project plans and industry standards. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree Active TS and SCI eligible 2+ years of experience with Java 2+ years of experience with developing software products in a cloud environment 1+ years of experience with Agile methodologies 1+ years of experience with Docker and Kubernetes Nice to have Level 3: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience 2+ years of experience with Cloud Microservice Architectures 3+ years of experience in Java 3+ years of experience in Linux and AWS environments 3+ years of experience in VSCode, Maven, and Gitlab 3+ years of experience using Agile methodologies and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, BitBucket) 3+ years of experience with WildFly, NoSQL Databases (specifically MongoDB), REST API integration, and Kubernetes with Helm Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics, and constraints Knowledge of software development processes in compliance with established internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices in development, testing, and deployment of software Knowledge of software development and testing tools, capability, and usage. Examples include compilers, debuggers, data analysis tools, graphical user interfaces builders, and post processing tools Travel: Less than 10% Conflict of Interest Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. 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. 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 Pay & Benefits 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 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/Associate level 2: $106,250 - $143,750 Summary Pay Range/Experienced level 3: $135,150 - $182,850 Language Requirements Not Applicable Requirements Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Safety Sensitive This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. 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