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The Boeing Company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - Developer to support its Intelligence Systems portfolio in Herndon, Virginia. The role automates infrastructure, security, software installation, and configuration management, and supports system design, performance monitoring, and disaster recovery planning. The position is expected to be 100% onsite and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with an adjudicated polygraph and U.S. citizenship.
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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 has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer - Developer to support the Intelligence Systems portfolio in Herndon, VA.
Our team focuses on delivering complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. We provide support for our Mission Operations Portfolio area which design, build, test, deploy, operate, and maintain a wide variety of mission critical platforms and systems for commercial and government customers.
This Software Developer position performs system automation tasks, to include infrastructure automation, security automation, software installation/updates automation, and configuration/change control automation. The position also provides new solutions to hard technical problems, and provides system support using best DevOps practices with modern and innovative tooling systems. The position also provides support for the design, validation, and configuration management of computing systems, and also works to protect information to meet security requirements. This position also automates the monitoring of system performance to support capacity planning, backup and disaster recovery planning.
Position Responsibilities:
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Automating and tooling for installation and configuration of Windows servers, Linux servers, Windows workstations, and related software components
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Assists with automation of configuring and managing network services, such as DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory, to facilitate communication and resource sharing within the network
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Assists with automating the implementation and managing of backup strategies to ensure data protection and disaster recovery capabilities in case of system failures or data loss
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Assists with automation of implementing and maintaining security measures, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and access controls, to protect the system from unauthorized access, malware, and other security threats
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Analyzing system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing optimizations to improve overall system efficiency and responsiveness
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Maintains accurate documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps, as well as generating reports on system performance, security, and compliance
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Participating in the planning and implementation of new systems, upgrades, and migrations, ensuring compatibility and adherence to best practices, leading by example
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Staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, industry trends, and security practices, and continuously improving skills and knowledge
Security Clearance:
This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.).
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
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An active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph
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Bachelor’s Degree or higher
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5+ years’ experience in foundational Computer Science knowledge and object-oriented design and software patterns
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Experience with system administration of complex infrastructure and software development systems
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
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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
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Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
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Experience managing and maintaining servers, workstations, and related infrastructure components using automation tooling
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Advanced troubleshooting skills and problem-solving abilities and able to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues with critical thinking
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Familiarity with cloud (AWS and/or Azure) and/or virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, and/or Nutanix AHV, including virtual machine management, resource allocation, and performance optimization
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Familiar with a scripting language such as Python, Bash, and/or PowerShell to automate routine tasks, streamline processes, and improve efficiency
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In-depth knowledge and experience with various versions of Windows and Linux Servers, including installation, configuration, and administration
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Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and other core infrastructure services
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Experience with automation tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, Puppet, Jenkins, Foreman
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Certifications in DevOps, DevOps Tooling, and/or IT Certifications
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Security+ Certification or equivalent advanced privileged user certifications
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Work Location:
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Travel:
Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.
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.
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 .
Total Rewards:
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: USD $171,700 – $232,300
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
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Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting
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Student Loan Match : The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 07, 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
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph (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.
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.
How this job compares
Set against the 38,873 open Software Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$172–232K/yr
- Virginia median$125–200K/yr1,666 salary ranges
- US median$132–214K/yr31,450 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $202K, is 24% above the Virginia median midpoint ($164K) — in the top quarter of Software Engineer salary ranges in Virginia.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 1,962 open Software Engineer jobs in Virginia and 38,873 across the US. 8% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Software Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (32,117 postings).
- Education
- 12,029 of the 38,873 open Software Engineer jobs (31%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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