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Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior)

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USA - El Segundo, CA$127k – $171kPosted Today

Role Overview

Boeing is hiring a Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior). This is a full-time role in USA - El Segundo. Part of Boeing's Lifecycle hiring, posted today. The posted range is $127k to $171k; applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

This role offers $127k-$171k. The median for Senior-level Lifecycle roles is $140k-$187k (based on 251 listings). 9% below median.

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Job description

Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity for a Satellite Data Systems Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our Space Software Products team in El Segundo, CA.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Experienced and Senior Software Engineers.

The selected candidates will work on Satellite Data Systems software for large-scale satellite programs, to include the Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) program. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of client-side, server-side, and desktop programming, with experience in front-end and back-end technologies. You will be responsible for building and maintaining the client-side and server-side logic, ensuring optimal performance and scalability. You will also be responsible for coordinating with multi-functional engineers to assemble data that’s vital for spacecraft communication.

This position requires proven experience within the software development lifecycle, project execution/leadership, and critical thinking/problem-solving skills to engineer new solutions and capabilities.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develops and maintains robust client-side, server-side, desktop applications, and services that power mission-critical satellite systems

  • Designs and implements application programming interfaces (APIs) and web services to enable seamless data exchange across platforms

  • Collaborates with cross-functional engineers to integrate diverse capabilities

  • Optimizes applications for scalability, performance, and reliability in complex environments

  • Troubleshoot, modify, and upgrade complex applications to maintain functionality and performance

  • Writes clean, maintainable, efficient code, accompanied by thorough test cases, adhering to industry best practices

  • Participates in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members

  • Documents complex system designs and application workflows clearly and comprehensively

  • Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and innovation

  • Demonstrates strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills as a self-starter

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelors degree or higher

  • 3+ years’ experience leading projects and/or individuals in software development lifecycle tasks

  • Experience working in Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI/CD) using appropriate code versioning, build and test automation tools

  • Experience with Java

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Level 4: 9 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and 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 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

  • Experience with the GitLab ecosystem, Jenkins, Jira, and Confluence

  • Experience with Java EE, Maven, SQL, XML, JSP, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Bash, CI/CD, REST, gRPC

  • Experience with Spring Boot, Hibernate, Quarkus, Kotlin, Thymeleaf, Tailwind

  • Experience with Java Swing/FX

  • Experience with Microsoft SQL Server or other relational databases

  • Experience with RedHat/ OracleLinux

  • Experience with Coverity, SonarQube

  • Experience building micro-services

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

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 for Experienced level (Level 3): USD $126,650 – $171,350

Summary Pay Range for Senior level (Level 4): USD $158,100 – $213,900

The 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% vesting 

2. Student Loan MatchThe 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 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. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.

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)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior) position at Boeing?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Boeing. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior) position at Boeing located?

This position is based in USA - El Segundo. Boeing has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

How much does the Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior) role at Boeing pay?

Boeing has posted a compensation range of $127k to $171k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.

When was the Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior) role at Boeing posted?

This role was posted on July 22, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior) role at Boeing require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Boeing lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.

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