Senior Software Engineer | Rocky Program

Senior Software Engineer | Rocky ProgramSkip to main content#Senior Software Engineer | Rocky Program page is loaded## Senior Software Engineer | Rocky ProgramApplyremote type: Onsite Joblocations: USA - Albuquerque, NM: USA - Kent, WA: USA - El Segundo, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: July 30, 2026 (15 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR2026518900Senior Software Engineer | Rocky Program**Company:**The Boeing Company**The Boeing Company** has an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Software Engineer** to support the Space Mission Systems (SMS) Rapid Space Capabilities (RSC) portfolio, focused on the Rocky program in **Albuquerque, NM,** **El Segundo, CA** or **Kent, WA.**This is a Technical Leadership position focused on high-impact delivery, cross-team influence, and often hands-on development. This Software Engineering leader will drive end-to-end software development for the Rocky program, owning software design, implementation, and testing processes and best practices to meet program schedules and milestones. The role also shapes organization-wide software architecture strategy for current and future Space Mission Systems ground solutions.These teams design and deliver the next generation of products and services for the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business unit, partnering with commercial, government, and proprietary customers to advance space and ground technologies. Our group spans the full engineering lifecycle — from technology investment and concept development through proposal writing, requirements, design, build, integration, test, and operational demonstration — ensuring solutions are robust, mission-ready, and proven in their intended environments.**Position Responsibilities:*** Oversees the 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* Oversees 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.)**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)**Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):*** Bachelor’s degree* 10+ years of experience in foundational Computer Science knowledge and object-oriented design and software patterns* Experience with systems engineering or software development on space-based or ground-based systems* Experience with Software Engineering principles including, but not limited to Software Configuration Management, Software Architecture and Design, and Software Life Cycle Management**Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):*** 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 14+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience OR 22+ years of related, relevant experience* An Active Top Secret/SCI U.S. Security Clearance* 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 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**Conflict of Interest:**Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.**Relocation**This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.**Work Location:**This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.**Travel:**Position may require travel up to 20% of the time.**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.**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*.***Total Rewards:**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: USD $198,050 - $286,350The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:1. Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting2. Student Loan Match**:**The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts. **Language Requirements:**Not Applicable**Education:**Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent**Relocation:**This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.**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. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud** - Recruitment Fraud WarningBoeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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