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Senior Software Architect

USA - Herndon, VA💼 Full-time💰 $211,650–$211,650🗓 2026-09-23 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead software modernization efforts, design architecture, and oversee implementation for defense and space systems.

Role type

Senior Software Architect (Defense/Space Systems)

Builds

Modernized software subsystems and products for Boeing Defense, Space & Security

Domain

Defense, Aerospace, Embedded Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Software architecture design, Python, C/C++, C#, Java, Linux/RTOS development, Team leadership, Risk management, Code review, Mentoring

Preferred skills

ROS2 middleware, CI/CD practices, Docker, Kubernetes, DevOps toolchains, Requirements traceability

Technologies

Python, C/C++, C#, Java, Linux, RTOS, ROS2, Docker, Kubernetes, GitLab, JIRA, Jenkins, Artifactory

Responsibilities

Interface with program managers and stakeholders to present architecture decisions; Analyze requirements and develop architectural specifications; Ensure software plans align with program expectations; Review designs and code for conformance; Coach junior engineers on best practices; Identify opportunities for technical improvements.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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