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Software Engineer - Developer 5

Boeing
Albuquerque, NM Other
POSTED ON 7/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2027

This posting is for a contract assignment and is not a full-time employment offer with Boeing. Candidates selected for roles will be employed as contract workers through a Boeing approved 3rd party for the duration of the specified project.


Regular and predictable attendance is required
Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.
The Boeing Company is looking for a Principle Software Engineering Developer to join our Space Mission Systems (SMS) Rapid Space Capabilities (RSC) portfolio, focused on the Rocky program in Albuquerque, NM. This Software Engineering leader will help lead end-to-end software development, including assisting with software architecture, design, development, and testing to meet the Rocky program software development schedule and milestones. The Rocky program is building a unique ground space mission system with full stack and embedded software development requirements.

These teams build the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit. Working with commercial, government, and proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space and ground. Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements, design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments

Position Responsibilities:
• Assist in leading the architecture, design, development, and analyses of software systems
• Partners with appropriate stakeholders to oversee translation of software requirements and models that meet customer, operational and performance requirements
• Assist in completion of software system-level analyses to identify risk, issues and opportunities
• Leads software team to successfully complete code reviews to ensure alignment to requirements and standards.
• Oversees review of product and process for alignment with project plans and industry standards
• Researches and oversees implementation of current and emerging software technologies, tools, and frameworks
• This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Albuquerque, NM (e.g. development, design, review preparation, customer coordination, closed area development, etc.).

Basic Qualifications:
• 10+ years of experience in foundational Computer Science knowledge and object-oriented design and software patterns
• Experience with space/satellite ground mission capabilities, products, domain, and/or customers
• Active Top Secret US Security Clearance with ability to obtain SCI access post start

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or above degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field; or equivalent experience
• Experience with one or more of the following: Java, C++, Python, JS frameworks (REACT, jQuery UI, Open Layers, etc.), Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST, and OpenAPI
• Experience using dependency management and automation services (e.g. Ivy, Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins, etc.)
• Experience using cloud-based infrastructure (e.g. AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Familiarity with practices such as test-driven development (TDD), agile software development, DevSecOps, and CI/CD management
• Experience as a Technical Lead Engineer (TLE), Software Lead, Software Architect, and/or Chief Engineer on a complex software development project/program
• Experience in hardware / software integration, emulation, and/or testing, preferably in a lab environment
• Experience with large Database Management Systems (DBMS) requiring proficiency in SQL (complex queries, stored procedures, triggers) and database design
• Knowledge of ETL processes (e.g., SSIS) and data backup/recovery techniques
• Experience with software for one or more of the following: control systems, embedded FPGA, low latency deterministic, operator interfaces, and/or control gimbals, ground antennas, optical sensors
• Experience leading software development projects through full development lifecycle

Salary : $100 - $108

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