Java Software Engineer

Boeing

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Herndon, VA
Salary
$106,250–$143,750 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 16, 2026

Market check

Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $156k
This role $125k
$96k most similar roles pay here $204k

This role pays less than 79% of similar roles. Most pay $133,900–$177,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $125k versus about $156k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Boeing

Boeing is the world''s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, military aircraft, defense systems, and space launch vehicles for customers in 150 countries. Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Boeing currently has 72 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $119,850–$168,175 across 64 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Java Software Engineer

The Java Software Engineer (Associate/Experienced) joins the Denali Software team within the Boeing Defense, Space & Security organization to develop and maintain complex multi-tiered application software systems. This role involves leading the full end-to-end lifecycle of non-embedded software, including designing, testing, and optimizing features to meet safety and regulatory requirements. The engineer will translate customer needs into technical designs, resolve defects, and manage supplier relationships while ensuring robust system integration. Key technologies include Java, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm, alongside tools like Maven, Gitlab, WildFly, and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB. The work focuses on building reliable software solutions within a Scaled Agile framework, utilizing REST API integrations and cloud microservice architectures to solve technical challenges in the defense and space sectors while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

What you'll do

  • Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of non-embedded software across the full end-to-end lifecycle.
  • Translate customer requirements into practical initial software designs that align with project goals.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize software products to ensure robust system integration.
  • Create and document architectures, algorithms, interfaces, and detailed designs for reliable implementation.
  • Diagnose and resolve defects to improve software reliability, efficiency, and performance.
  • Manage user inquiries and troubleshoot technical issues to drive product improvements.
  • Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks while ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Perform project management activities and oversee supplier relationships to ensure high-quality deliverables.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
  • Active TS and SCI eligible security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
  • Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 for export control compliance.
  • 2+ years of experience with Java.
  • 2+ years of experience developing software products in a cloud environment.
  • 1+ years of experience with Agile methodologies.
  • 1+ years of experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Experience with Cloud Microservice Architectures, Linux/AWS environments, and Atlassian tools (preferred).

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