Senior Cloud & Web Software Engineer

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Job Description SummaryGE Aerospace is seeking a Senior Cloud & Web Software Engineer to help design, develop, and modernize innovative software products across cloud, web, and connected system environments. In this role, you will help drive the evolution of existing products from traditional client-based and scripting solutions into modern, scalable, cloud-native applications, primarily in Azure, while maintaining the reliability, performance, and quality our customers expect.

This is a full-stack technical leadership role requiring expertise across backend services, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and modern web applications. You will play a key role in defining technical direction, architecting scalable solutions, and delivering connected, data-driven systems that support real-time insights, remote monitoring, and improved customer outcomes.

The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader and self-starter who can work independently, navigate ambiguity, and collaborate effectively with business stakeholders, program managers, architects, and cross-functional engineering teams. This role offers significant ownership and requires sound technical judgment, a product mindset, and a passion for building modern software solutions that create business value.

Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership & Architecture

Architect and develop end-to-end software solutions across cloud infrastructure, APIs, backend services, and web applicationsLead the design of cloud-native, scalable, secure, and high-availability systems that support connected products and digital servicesDefine and guide technical strategy for modernizing legacy applications into cloud-based, data-driven platformsDrive architectural decisions related to performance, scalability, reliability, observability, and securityEvaluate and adopt modern technologies such as microservices, containers, event-driven systems, and web frameworks to improve capability and maintainabilitySupport system design for real-time data collection, remote monitoring, health visibility, and intelligent data processing
Agile Development & Delivery

Provide technical leadership to software teams operating in Agile/Scrum environmentsLead or support sprint planning, design reviews, estimation sessions, and technical decision-makingPromote engineering efficiency through reusable components, shared standards, and scalable development practicesChampion DevOps and modern software delivery practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, infrastructure as code, and release disciplineHelp improve delivery predictability, software quality, and cycle time across teams
Business Collaboration & Product Innovation

Partner with business stakeholders, product/program managers, architects, and customers to understand needs and translate them into technical solutionsCollaborate across engineering and business functions to define requirements and identify opportunities for connected product innovationBalance technical excellence with business priorities, including recommendations on build vs. buy, technical investment choices, and roadmap tradeoffsCommunicate complex technical topics clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersContribute to product and platform strategies that align engineering execution with business goals
Technical Execution

Design and develop critical full-stack components, including:Backend services and APIsCloud infrastructure and platform servicesWeb-based user interfaces and connected application featuresImplement robust and secure integrations using technologies such as REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, and messaging/event frameworksApply strong software engineering fundamentals in system design, data structures, algorithms, and design patternsLead technical evaluations and decisions with consideration for performance, scalability, maintainability, security, and cost optimizationSupport the transformation of products into connected, intelligent systems with modern user experiences
Mentorship & Engineering Excellence

Serve as a technical mentor for other engineers across cloud and web domainsPromote best practices in coding standards, design reviews, testing strategies, and software architectureHelp teams navigate ambiguity and make sound decisions in fast-moving development environmentsContribute to a culture of continuous improvement, technical curiosity, and engineering rigorShare knowledge and help strengthen team capability across modern software disciplines
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with deeper experience preferred for senior-level candidatesSignificant experience designing, developing, and delivering cloud and web-based software solutionsDemonstrated technical leadership experience, such as setting technical direction, leading design decisions, mentoring engineers, or owning major deliverables/outcomesExperience working in Agile software development environmentsExperience applying modern engineering practices such as API development, cloud-native architecture, CI/CD, automated testing, and observabilityThis position requires U.S. citizenship statusOpen to Remote in Grand Rapids, MI. Will need to be local to Grand Rapids, MI. In office around 20%.This role will require in-person attendance for New Hire Orientation on Day 1 if working remote.

Preferred Qualifications:

Full-Stack & Cloud Expertise

Strong proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as C#, Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, or similarExperience with Azure and/or AWS, including compute, storage, messaging, databases, and managed cloud servicesExperience with modern frontend frameworks such as React, Angular, or VueExperience with backend platforms/frameworks such as .NET, Node.js, FastAPI, or similarExperience with Docker, Kubernetes, and microservices-based architecturesStrong understanding of RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and event-driven architectures
Distributed Systems & Modern Engineering

Experience designing and deploying cloud-native applications and distributed systemsFamiliarity with communication and messaging technologies such as HTTP/REST, WebSockets, GraphQL, message queues, or event streamingUnderstanding of real-time data systems, connected applications, and scalable cloud architecturesKnowledge of cloud security best practices, including authentication, authorization, encryption, identity/access management, and secure API design
Leadership & Business Impact

Strong ability to make sound technical tradeoffs in complex environmentsProven ability to influence across functions and work effectively in a matrixed organizationExperience leading cross-functional initiatives involving software engineers, cloud engineers, architects, and product stakeholdersStrong communication skills with the ability to explain technical strategy clearly to varied audiencesAbility to connect technical decisions to business outcomes, customer value, and product strategy
Personal Attributes

Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountabilityComfortable working independently while collaborating closely with teamsAdaptable and effective in environments with evolving priorities and ambiguityPassionate about modern software development, innovation, and continuous learningCommitted to building scalable, reliable, and user-centered digital solutions 

The base pay range for this position is $130,000.00 - $173,000.00 USD Annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 11/30/26.​

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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