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# Software Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Boeing Company
- **Location:** Seal Beach, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $126,650.0 - $171,350.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache ActiveMQ, Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Databases, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, NoSQL, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Data Processing, Real Time Systems, Delivery Pipeline, Gitlab, Containerization, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Devsecops, Docker
- **Published:** October 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/d2292e2c-1ef6-4fac-9eab-331d3873a8b2

## About the Role

This senior position requires proven experience within the software ecosystem, a unique background of project experience, and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and capabilities. Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required!, * Bachelor's Degree

 * Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (Interim prestart, final post start) for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
 * 5+ years of experience with software development for space systems and ground segments performing command, control, mission planning and data processing
 * 5+ years of experience in the Software Development lifecycle (including Requirements Analysis, Design, Code, Integration & Test)
 * 3+ years of experience leading software development projects
 * 3+ years of experience with software development using either Java, C++, or Python
 * Experience working in an Agile software development environment and DevOps methodologies

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

 * Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
 * Active TS/SCI or DoD Top Secret clearance.
 * Experience as a Product Owner/Technical Lead and/or Integration & Test Lead for government programs.
 * Understanding of Command and Control (C2) systems, real-time applications, and their specific requirements.
 * Experience with database technologies (SQL/NoSQL), messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, ActiveMQ), and data streaming technologies (e.g., CCSDS).
 * Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration platforms.
 * Strong experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines in GitLab to automate testing, builds, and deployment workflows.
 * Experience with various formal acceptance testing activities (e.g., Formal Qualification Test -FQT, Factory Acceptance Test - FAT, Site Acceptance Test - SAT), Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent, 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., This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

## Description

* Develop and maintain requirements, architecture, algorithms, interfaces, and design for high-performance Command and Control (C2) software solutions.
 * Lead software development activities in the scaled agile methodology utilizing a DevSecOps environment. Supporting software development activities and integrating completed software components into a fully functional software system.
 * Support progress demonstration presentations to customer representatives and program/IPT leadership.
 * Perform day-to-day activities in the areas Product Owner/Technical Lead, Release Train Engineer/Scrum Master, and/or Integration & Test lead.
 * Support IPT by implementing a structured approach to defining and meeting a development and integration schedule alongside a rigorously managed cost baseline.