Lead Software Engineer–Developer

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 looking for a Lead Software Engineer – Developer to join the Enterprise Software Engineering team located in North Charleston, South Carolina.   

This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Research & Technology (BR&T) business organization.

In this position, you will collaborate with other world-class scientists, researchers, and engineers innovating on a range of technologies including advanced training, production analytics, assembly automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.

As part of BR&T Software Engineering, our software engineers use their expertise to create next-generation software capabilities for amazing aerospace and autonomy platforms. Our products help solve Boeing's most challenging problems across Commercial Airplanes, Defense Space & Security, and Global Services businesses.

Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee the design, development, test, and maintenance of non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards

• Oversees development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products

• Oversees research and implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development

• Oversees debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products

• Leads development, establishment, monitoring and improvement of software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks

• Reviews planning, execution and documentation of software research and development projects

• Consults on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• 10+ years of experience designing and developing software

• 8+ years of experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C/C++, C# and JavaScript

• 5+ years of experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC)

• 5+ years of experience in Agile Methodologies

• 5+ years of experience in team or project leadership

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

• Comprehensive Full-Stack Development Background: Proven track record in designing and implementing full-stack applications utilizing modern web development frameworks, along with expertise in JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS, demonstrating a solid grasp of both front-end and back-end technologies.

• Proficiency in WebGL and 3D Graphics: Established expertise in WebGL and the creation of interactive 3D experiences, with experience in applying 3D modeling and design principles.

• Strong UI/UX Design Capabilities: Skilled in employing user-centered design methodologies to develop intuitive and engaging user interfaces.

• Experience with Software Automation: Familiarity with automating software builds, unit tests, integration tests, deployments, and installations using a DevOps toolchain, including tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, Nexus, and Artifactory.

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 for Lead: $167,450.00 - $226,550.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 05, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Contingent Upon Program Reward

The position is contingent upon program award

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.