Software Engineer - API Development

About the role

About The Company

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Tapestry Solutions, a Boeing company, brings over 30 years of industry experience designing, implementing, training, and supporting high-quality, cost-effective information technology and business intelligence solutions. With a dedicated team of approximately 500 professionals, we proudly serve 75 defense, commercial, and government clients across more than 50 U.S. locations and 9 countries worldwide.

As a trusted partner, our employees embody our core values by consistently delivering excellence, taking full ownership, and developing innovative solutions that enable critical missions and ensure the safety of our global customers and team members. Joining Tapestry Solutions means enjoying the best of both worlds: access to the vast resources of Boeing combined with the agility and people-focused, family-oriented culture of a small business where your contributions truly matter.

About The Role

Tapestry Solutions, a part of Boeing Global Services, is seeking a Software Engineer in Maryland Heights, MO, to support future franchise programs. This role involves developing software for the next-generation Mission Planning system designed for the Department of Defense. As a key member of a software development scrum team, you will follow the SAFe Agile methodology to produce weapon planning software that leverages modern microservices architecture. The system utilizes JavaScript and React for the front-end and primarily C# for the back-end services. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring the system's robustness, scalability, and operational effectiveness, supporting critical defense missions worldwide.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a highly collaborative environment, contributing to mission-critical systems that impact national security. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and program managers, to deliver innovative solutions that meet stringent security and performance standards.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, computer science, data science, or a related field, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant software development experience. Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance. Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, React, C#, and/or C++ is essential. Experience with REST APIs, version control tools like Git or Azure DevOps, and Agile development methodologies is required. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are vital for success, along with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with software testing, system validation, and documentation practices is also necessary.

Preferred qualifications include extensive experience in defense or aerospace software projects, understanding of cybersecurity principles, modular and open systems design, and experience with .NET MAUI. A higher degree or additional years of experience will be considered favorably.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain weapon planning software throughout its lifecycle, ensuring high quality and reliability.

Collaborate with the Product Owner to review, analyze, and translate customer requirements into initial software designs.

Support the development, enhancement, and optimization of software functionalities, including system integrations.

Develop and maintain software architecture documents, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and design specifications.

Debug and resolve technical issues promptly to ensure system stability and performance.

Participate in code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, and system validation activities.

Assist in establishing, monitoring, and improving software development processes and best practices.

Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and secure coding practices applicable to mission-critical systems.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software quality and development efficiency.

Benefits

We are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain top talent. Eligible employees can enroll in health insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and retirement savings plans. Additional benefits include life and disability insurance, paid time off, and various wellness programs. Our total rewards package also features competitive base pay and performance-based incentives, reflecting individual experience and market trends. We support work-life balance and professional growth through various development programs and resources, ensuring our team members thrive both personally and professionally.

Specific benefits and programs may vary depending on geographic location and employment status. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to succeed.

Equal Opportunity

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. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive and contribute to our mission of innovation and excellence.