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Lead Web Engineer

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$101K - $134K/yr

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Lead ServiceNow Developer

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$53.25 - $73.25/hr

San Antonio, TX; or Chandler, AZ (Hybrid) This role is for a ServiceNow Lead Software Engineer within the Cybersecurity group for the Technology Exposure Management Engineering team. The successful ...

.NET Lead Software Developer(35647)

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$115K - $144K/yr

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Sr. QNXT Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

HJ Staffing is seeking a Sr. QNXT Software Engineer with deep healthcare technology experience to ... Lead software architecture, requirements gathering, technical design, and coding initiatives.

Sr. QNXT Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

HJ Staffing is seeking a Sr. QNXT Software Engineer with deep healthcare technology experience to ... Lead software architecture, requirements gathering, technical design, and coding initiatives.

Experience as a Lead Software Engineer is acceptable. In lieu of above, will accept a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and 5 years of experience, or any suitable combination of education ...

Experience as a Lead Software Engineer is acceptable. In lieu of above, will accept a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and 5 years of experience, or any suitable combination of education ...

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How much do tech lead software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for tech lead software engineer in Arizona is $135,953.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $112,800.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Tech Lead Software Engineer?

A Tech Lead Software Engineer is a senior developer who combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. They guide a team of engineers through software development projects, making key technical decisions, setting coding standards, and ensuring that best practices are followed. In addition to writing code, Tech Leads coordinate work, mentor team members, and communicate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals. Their role bridges the gap between hands-on engineering and leadership, ensuring both project success and team growth.

What does a Tech Lead Software Engineer do?

As a Tech Lead Software Engineer, you'll often split your time between writing code and guiding the technical direction of your team. While you remain involved in architecture decisions and complex problem-solving, you also mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and facilitate communication between team members and stakeholders. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong time management and prioritization skills, ensuring that both project delivery and team development are progressing smoothly. It's common to gradually shift from primarily coding to more strategic leadership as your team grows.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a tech lead software engineer?

To thrive as a Tech Lead Software Engineer, you need advanced programming skills, deep software architecture knowledge, and experience in leading technical teams, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with tools such as Git, CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), and agile project management systems is essential. Strong communication, mentorship, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for guiding teams and collaborating with stakeholders. These competencies ensure delivery of robust software solutions, foster team productivity, and drive technical excellence in complex projects.

What is the difference between Tech Lead Software Engineer vs Software Architect?

AspectTech Lead Software EngineerSoftware Architect
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS or related field, relevant certificationsBachelor's/Master's in CS, often with architecture or design certifications
Work EnvironmentHands-on coding, team leadership, project managementDesigning system architecture, high-level planning, technical strategy
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, enterprise software teamsLarge organizations, system design firms, enterprise software
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, responsibilities, career pathSystem design, technical strategy, architecture planning

The Tech Lead Software Engineer focuses on leading development teams, coding, and project execution, while the Software Architect concentrates on designing overall system architecture and technical strategy. Both roles require strong technical skills, but their primary responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Tech Lead Software Engineer jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Tech Lead Software Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Tech Lead Software Engineer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,953 per year, or $65.4 per hour.

Lead Java Software Engineer - Developer

Boeing

Mesa, AZ

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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33rd of 545 rated manufacturers


Job description

Lead Java Software Engineer - Developer

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for a Lead Software Engineer - Developer to join the Advanced Ground Architecture team located in Herndon, Virginia, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Mesa, Arizona, Seal Beach, California and El Segundo, California.

This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.

The Advanced Ground Architecture (AGA) software team is dynamic group of software engineers creating the future of Ground support with the extensibility and adaptability to be used across ALL Boeing programs.The software team is executing this vision through modern software technologies (Java, ReactJS, python, CI/CD pipelines) and methodologies (Scaled Agile). AGA is looking for self-motivated high performers to lead and execute the large scope of Java development needed for the program's vision.

The ideal candidates will provide Java software development leadership for the Advanced Ground Architecture program, specifically the System Planning and Scheduling team. These positions will be responsible for accelerating complex java development, shepherding peer reviews for code merge requests at a faster cycle time, providing sub system leadership on key components, mentoring early and mid career software developers in AGA to be higher performers, and assisting P6 and Chief Engineering on architecture and software system engineering duties and decisions. These responsibilities are in addition to monitoring overall cost and schedule performance to meet or exceed expectations.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Oversees the design, development, test, and maintenance of non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards

  • Oversees the review, analysis, and translation of customer requirements into initial design of software products

  • Reviews the development, maintenance, enhancement and optimization of software products and functionalities for systems integrations

  • Oversees development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products

  • Oversees debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products

  • Oversees research and implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development

  • Leads development, establishment, monitoring and improvement of software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks

  • Reviews planning, execution and documentation of software research and development projects

  • Consults on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations

  • Oversees software project management activities and software supplier management functions

  • Oversees tracking and evaluation of software team and supplier performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance

  • Experience working with both Windows and Linux operating systems

  • 10+ years of experience with Java, C++, Angular/React.js, HTML, and CSS Languages

  • 10+ years of experience in software configuration management tools

  • 10+ years of experience in developing software products in a cloud environment

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 and 14+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience OR 22+ years of related, relevant experience

  • Experience with the specification format requirements, guidelines, and change control processes. Understanding of relationship between specifications/standards and aircraft/product certification systems

  • Experience with host environments, including processors, operating systems and networks. Ability to build, integrate and troubleshoot software components

  • Experience with deriving and allocating requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle

  • Experience with software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints

  • Experience with software development processes in compliance with established internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices in the development, testing, and deployment of software

  • Experience with 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

  • Experience with the implementation, validation, and verification processes, practices, and guidelines to ensure software development quality, performance, and safety

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.

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 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:

For Virginia: $211,650 - $286,350

For Colorado: $198,050 - $267,950

For California: $211,650 - $286,350

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret 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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the sea bed to outer space, you'll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us.

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