Java Software Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) - Bixby

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Seal Beach, CA, USA
In-Office
113K-222K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Develops, tests, maintains, and optimizes non-embedded Java and React software for classified defense programs. Responsibilities include translating customer requirements into designs, developing architectures and integrations, debugging issues, supporting users, improving software processes, and conducting research and development. The role uses Agile methodologies, DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, Linux and Windows environments, and AWS, while maintaining compliance with software quality, safety, security, and regulatory standards.
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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 a motivated Software Engineer / Developer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) to support our Bixby Software team located in Seal Beach, California. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization working classified programs for the Experimental Systems Group (ESG).
This position requires an Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
The Bixby Software team is dynamic group of software engineers supporting multiple efforts for ESG, all utilizing modern software technologies (Java, ReactJS, CI/CD pipelines) and methodologies (Scaled Agile). The 5+ years of planned work will also provide stability and plenty of opportunities for leadership.
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate, Experienced and Senior Level Software Engineers.
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Position Responsibilities:
  • Reviews, analyzes, and translates customer requirements into initial design of software products.
  • Develops, maintains, enhances and optimizes software products and functionalities for systems integrations.
  • Develops, documents and maintains architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products.
  • Debugs and resolves issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products.
  • Handles user inquiries, troubleshoots technical issues and user feedback analysis.
  • Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development.
  • Develops, establishes, monitors and improves software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.
  • Executes and documents software research and development projects.
  • Advises on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations.
  • Designs, develops, tests, and maintains non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • This position requires an Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
  • 1+ years of development experience using ReactJS
  • 2+ years of development experience using Java
  • 2+ years of experience working under a Linux/Unix environment
  • 2+ years of experience in Java and associated frameworks and tools such as Spring Boot, WildFly, JPA, Maven
  • 2+ years of experience in using Agile methodologies
  • Experience with application DevOps tools, such as GitLab (CI/CD), Git Bash, Gradle, Maven, Jenkins, and Artifactory

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Level 3: 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 5+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 9+ years of directly related work experience OR 13+ years of related, relevant experience
  • Level 4: 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
  • 5+ years of experience in Java, React, C++
  • 5+ years of experience in Windows, Linux, and AWS environments
  • 5+ years of experience in Windows based IDEs, Linux based IDEs, Maven, Git, Gitlab
  • 2+ years of experience in AWS environments
  • 2+ years of experience in using Agile methodologies, and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, BitBucket)
  • Knowledge of specification format requirements, guidelines, and change control processes
  • Understanding of relationship between specifications/standards
  • Knowledge of software programming languages and databases and the ability to apply to the software domain. Programming languages encompass higher order languages and auto-coded languages
  • Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle
  • Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies
  • Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints
  • Knowledge of software development processes in compliance with established internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices in the development, testing, and deployment of software
  • Knowledge of general and software development and testing tools, capability and usage. Examples include compilers, linkers, debuggers, data analysis tools, graphical user interface builders, post processing tools, requirements management tools, and web authoring tools
  • Knowledge of domains, characteristics, constraints and products that require software and influence architecture, requirements, interfaces, designs, and integration/test approaches. Domain examples include data processing, ground support, tools and analysis models. Examples of characteristics and constraints that impact software include operating systems, fidelity and information processing capacity. Examples of products include aircraft, missiles, airborne/shipboard/space systems/ground-based support systems
  • Knowledge of implementation, validation, and verification processes, practices, and guidelines to ensure software development quality, performance, and safety

Travel: Up to 10%
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Union:
This is not a union-represented position.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.
Pay & Benefits:
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 several 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/Experienced:
Summary pay range / Associate Level (Level 2): $112,500 - $137,500
Summary pay range / Experienced Level (Level 3): $143,100 - $174,900
Summary pay range / Senior Level (Level 4): $181,800 - $222,200
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 21, 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 an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship and U.S. Person status for export control compliance
  • At least 1 year of development experience using ReactJS
  • At least 2 years of development experience using Java
  • At least 2 years of experience working in a Linux/Unix environment
  • At least 2 years of experience with Java frameworks and tools including Spring Boot, WildFly, JPA, and Maven
  • At least 2 years of experience using Agile methodologies
  • Experience with application DevOps tools including GitLab CI/CD, Git Bash, Gradle, Maven, Jenkins, and Artifactory
  • Level 3: qualifying bachelor's degree and 5+ years of related experience, or bachelor's degree and 9+ years of directly related experience, or 13+ years of related experience
  • Level 4: qualifying bachelor's degree and 9+ years of related experience, or bachelor's degree and 13+ years of directly related experience, or 17+ years of related experience
  • At least 5 years of experience with Java, React, and C++
  • At least 5 years of experience in Windows, Linux, and AWS environments
  • At least 5 years of experience with Windows-based and Linux-based IDEs, Maven, Git, and GitLab
  • At least 2 years of experience with AWS environments
  • At least 2 years of experience using Agile methodologies and Atlassian tools including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket
  • Knowledge of software architecture, design, development, testing, validation, verification, requirements traceability, and industry standards

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support The 401(k) program is described as highly competitive, with immediate eligibility for many roles and a student‑loan match feature that counts qualified payments toward the company match. Plan documents and recent amendments signal active maintenance and reliability of the program.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision options are complemented by specialty offerings like AccessHope cancer support, Hinge Health for musculoskeletal care, and on‑demand virtual primary care for those enrolled in Boeing plans. Mental health access via Spring Health includes no‑cost counseling and coaching sessions with first‑day eligibility for many benefits.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at full pay, adoption assistance, surrogacy support, and backup child and elder care underscore a robust family‑oriented design. Policies indicate many benefits start quickly after hire, improving practical access for new parents.

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