Senior Platform Software Engineers

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking Senior Platform Software Engineers to join a proprietary Air Dominance program in Berkeley, MO. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.

The primary statement of work for this team is to ensure successful integration of various software products into a consistent DevSecOps framework. Because of the unique requirements of this role, the team is seeking various skillsets, and the chosen candidates’ specific statement of work will be determined based on their background, interests, and the team’s needs. Consider applying for this requisition if you meet the basic qualifications and have interest in any combination of the following tasks:

• Streamlining tools for software build, test, integration, automation, etc. to remove waste and inefficiency in the engineering lifecycle

• Working with product teams to identify their unique requirements for software tooling and DevSecOps

• Working with tools/services such as AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, GitLab CI and components, static code analysis tools, etc.

• Analyzing safety-critical software to ensure compliance and programmatic benchmarks are met

• Working cross-functionally to solve complex engineering problems

Position Responsibilities:

• Working cross-functionally to solve complex engineering problems

• Develops and maintains code and integrates software components into a fully functional software system

• Works with internal and external customers to remove technical blockers and support efficient development of their products

• Documents roadmaps, plans, and technical requirements to deliver upon key objectives

• Coaches earlier-career software engineers in industry best practices

• Works on an agile team to accomplish team goals

• Executes and documents software research and development projects

• Works under general direction

This position requires the ability to obtain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.  Ability to obtain Secret U.S. Security Clearance Post-Start.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Ability to obtain Secret U.S. Security clearance (Post-Start)

• 9+ years of experience programming in C, C++, C#, Python, Java, or Ada (or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience)

• 6+ years of experience working on an Agile team using Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira

• 6+ years of professional experience in Defense/Aerospace OR working with DevSecOps technologies such as Kubernetes, Cloud services, GitLab, Terraform, etc.

• Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment while supporting multiple concurrent activities

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

• Mentorship/coaching abilities

• Excellent roadmapping, documentation, and communication skills

• Mastery of multiple DevSecOps tools/technologies (AWS, Azure, Terraform, GitLab CI and Components, build systems, SonarQube, etc.)

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 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

• Knowledge or experience in the defense or avionics industry

• Knowledge of networking principles

• Knowledge of required levels of rigor for safety-critical software

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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: $160,650.00 - $217,350.00.

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 17, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.