Lead Software Engineer, Phantom Works

Boeing

Remote

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Work type: Remote
Location: Berkeley, MO
Salary: $160,650–$217,350 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Closes: Jul 6, 2026
Nearby: 83 roles within 25 mi

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Similar $171k

This role $189k

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This role pays more than 54% of similar roles. Most pay $131,272–$211,200 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $189k versus about $171k for comparable roles.

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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 120 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $119,850–$162,150 across 119 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Software Engineer, Phantom Works

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The Lead Software Engineer role at Boeing's Phantom Works Open Architecture Systems Integrated Software Solutions team in Berkeley, MO involves leading the planning and execution of software development tasks for space-based effects supporting air domain missions. This includes detailed design, coding, testing, and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring alignment with customer requirements and industry standards. The position requires expertise in Java or C++ and experience with MATLAB, as well as familiarity with DevSecOps practices such as version control and continuous integration. Candidates should have a strong background in software engineering, physics-based modeling, and Agile methodologies, along with an active Top Secret US Security clearance.

Skills

Java C++ MATLAB Git GitLab CMake Agile Linux Windows DevSecOps CI/CD

What you'll do

Lead detailed software design, coding, and testing for customer features.
Translate system-level requirements into clear software requirements and models.
Identify risks in software systems through analysis and lead mitigation actions.
Conduct code reviews to ensure alignment with requirements and standards.
Monitor test completion and verification processes for software systems.

What we're looking for

5+ years of experience in software engineering and development.
Active Top Secret US Security clearance required.
Proficiency in Java and/or C++ object-oriented programming.
3+ years of experience leading software development projects.
Experience with Physics-Based Modeling software packages preferred.
Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, including version control and continuous integration.
Strong communication skills and ability to mentor junior engineers.

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