Software Solutions Architect at Boeing summary:
The Software Solutions Architect at Boeing leads the design and implementation of scalable, secure cloud architectures and DevOps strategies for the Defense, Space & Security business. This role involves technical leadership, cross-functional collaboration, process optimization using industrial engineering principles, and continuous improvement of software delivery. The position requires extensive experience in cloud platforms, automation, CI/CD, and managing software teams with a focus on innovation and operational excellence.
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 Software Solutions Architect to join the Air Dominance, Air Proprietary 1 team located in Berkeley, MO. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.
Intro Paragraph:
We’re seeking a highly talented, motivated, and creative individual to lead and support the existing capabilities of an agile software program in the Phantom Works organization.
- Architect Cloud Solutions:
- Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient cloud-based architectures (Amazon Web Services or Azure) that align with business objectives and enhance operational capabilities.
- Lead the migration from on-premises to cloud-based solutions.
- DevOps Strategy Development:
- Lead the development of a comprehensive DevOps strategy, including CI/CD pipelines, automation, and monitoring solutions to streamline software delivery and improve deployment frequency.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including development, operations, and product management, to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
- Optimization and Waste Reduction:
- Utilize industrial engineering principles to analyze existing systems and processes, identifying areas for optimization and waste reduction to improve overall efficiency.
- Define, collect, analyze, and refine Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics for software delivery and team execution to ensure continuous improvement and accountability
- Technical Leadership:
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Leads the creation of best practices
- Lead the effort to develop and document best practices and methodologies for software development, deployment, and operations to ensure consistency and quality across the organization
- Leads efforts to continuously drive solutions to answer the question “How do we operationally field higher quality end-to-end system software more frequently?”
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements, present architectural designs, and provide updates on project progress.
- Research and Development:
- Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud computing and DevOps, and apply this knowledge to enhance our solutions.
We work in a casual but professional environment with multi-disciplined teams of engineers that take pride in developing, integrating, testing and delivering innovative solutions. There is long-term potential for career growth into technical leadership or management positions and we value the curiosity, tenacity and imagination our engineers bring to our teams each day.
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.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
- 15+ years of total experience
- 5+ years of experience in software architecture, with a focus on cloud-based solutions and DevOps practices
- 10 years of experience leading software team and/or projects
- 10 years of experience in automated provisioning and configuring of software-defined infrastructure and designing for continuous deployment and continuous operations
- Proven experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of CI/CD tools (e.g., Gitlab, Jenkins) and practices, automation frameworks, and infrastructure as code (IaC).
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- 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
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience in industrial engineering or process optimization is highly desirable
- Experience with AWS or Azure GovCloud
- Security+ certification
Travel:
10%
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.
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: $151,300.00 - $204,700.00
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 05, 2026
Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
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.
Keywords:
Software Solutions Architect, Cloud Architecture, DevOps, AWS, Azure, CI/CD, Automation, Software Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Technical Leadership
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