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Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
In this Principal Full Stack Engineer, Architecture & Platform role, you will define and govern frontend architecture across enterprise web platforms. You will establish architectural standards, design systems, and scalable UI engineering strategies.
This position will sit at our Aguadilla, PR location. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment. Relocation is not offered.
This role is categorized as hybrid, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote following the schedule assigned by the Manager.
What YOU will do:
Enterprise Frontend Architecture
Define frontend architecture standards across programs.
Architect scalable SPA and distributed UI systems.
Establish domain-driven UI structuring.
Design micro-frontend or federated architecture where applicable.
Lead framework and technology selection decisions.
Backend Development & Architecture
Define and drive scalable, resilient backend architecture and services for enterprise platforms.
Lead the design and development of APIs, business services, data-access layers, and integrations across distributed systems.
Establish backend engineering standards, architectural patterns, security, performance, and reliability practices while mentoring engineers and driving technical decisions.
Design System & Pattern Governance
Define reusable enterprise component platforms.
Institutionalize architectural patterns:
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Establish clear performance budgets and enforce monitoring standards.
Architect frontend systems to support: High concurrency, Real-time streaming data, Complex, multi‐step workflows. Progressive, adaptive user experiences
Technical Leadership
Mentor senior engineers.
Drive modernization (legacy to modular architecture).
Influence frontend engineering hiring standards.
Align frontend architecture with backend domain models.
Qualifications you must have:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
Demonstrated professional experience communicating in English (verbal and written).
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Frontend engineering experience.
Experience architecting enterprise-scale web systems.
Experience integrating AI/ML capabilities into UI workflows.
Mobile/hybrid architecture exposure.
Cloud-native deployment awareness.
Exposure to systems engineering concepts
What We Offer
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP)
Life insurance and disability coverage
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 8 free counseling sessions.
And more!
Learn More & Apply Now!
Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
Join our growing engineering team in Puerto Rico, where you will provide critical support to all Collins SBUs, working on exciting programs and projects ranging from the development of the next generation of advanced concept ejection seats to the latest technologies for the U.S. warfighter.
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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Aerospace & Defense10,001+Founded 2020
RTX is a global aerospace and defense company that develops advanced technologies and systems for commercial, military, and government customers through its three business units: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.
