Software Gigs

Qualcomm
$103,600 – $155,400Posted 3 days ago

Qualcomm seeks a Software Engineer to design, develop, and validate Android and Linux networking software for Snapdragon SOCs across smartphones, PCs, wearables, automotive, and IoT platforms. You will write C/C++ code within AOSP, debug across kernel/HAL/system-service layers, contribute eBPF programs for traffic classification, and develop unit tests. The role spans cellular (5G/LTE/Satellite), Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, and IMS connectivity stacks, requiring hands-on experience with Linux kernel interfaces, Android platform internals, and cross-layer system debugging.

San DiegoLast seen 1 day ago
Qualcomm
$94,200 – $141,200Posted 3 days ago

As a Product Software Engineer, you will develop and integrate software for Qualcomm products spanning smartphones, computing devices, automotive infotainment, and IoT systems. You will own software integration tasks including component integration, build automation, version control management, and baseline releases. You will perform sanity testing on-target and in simulation environments, debug failures using tools like JTAG and ADB, automate test scenarios, and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on design and code reviews.

San DiegoLast seen 1 day ago
Jobright.ai
$120,000 – $150,000Posted 3 days ago

Software Developer I or II at a defense software company delivering mission-critical DoD solutions for air defense, counter-drone, secure communications, and C4ISR operations. The role involves full-stack web application development using Java and JavaScript, along with software planning, requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, and debugging of large-scale systems. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 3+ years of Java/JavaScript full-stack development experience, proficiency with Agile processes, and hands-on experience with Git, Jira, and automated build environments. Preferred experience includes 5+ years of Java/JavaScript development and relational database work (H2 DB).

Clearance Required
San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
ServiceNow
$128,900 – $219,100Posted 3 days ago

Design, build, and operate cloud-native platform features and services with hands-on engineering focused on Kubernetes, distributed systems, and infrastructure automation. Deliver well-defined work iteratively from implementation through production, contributing to reliability, scalability, and operability through testing, instrumentation, and on-call participation. Collaborate with senior engineers on platform standards while mentoring junior team members. Requires 5+ years of software development experience (or equivalent), production experience with Kubernetes, exposure to at least one major hyperscaler (AWS, Azure, GCP), and proficiency in Go or another systems language.

San DiegoLast seen 1 day ago
Fuse Integration
$80,000 – $110,000Posted 3 days ago

Software Engineer I at Fuse will develop embedded communications, networking, and computing solutions for U.S. defense agencies. The role involves contributing to the full software development lifecycle—from kernel to UI—including design, implementation, testing, code review, and security integration across airborne, maritime, and ground platforms. The ideal candidate holds a BS in Computer Science and has academic or professional experience with strongly typed languages (C/C++, Java, C#, Rust, Go, or Zig), design patterns, and agile development practices. Nice-to-have skills include Linux/DevOps, Python/Bash scripting, networking protocols, CI/CD, build systems, React/web stacks, and containerization.

Clearance Required
San DiegoLast seen 1 day ago
Firestorm
$140,000 – $185,000Posted 3 days ago

Senior Software QA Engineer to own system testing for Firestorm's avionics platform—embedded Linux and RTOS flight computers, board support packages, device drivers, and safety-critical data paths. You will design and execute risk-based test strategies (feature/bring-up, exploratory, regression, acceptance) and build automation across HIL/SIL rigs exercising real buses (CAN/CAN-FD, UART, SPI, I²C, Ethernet) and links (MAVLink, Tactical Data Links) under fault conditions. You will instrument diagnostics, triage defects, and harden robustness for timing, jitter, packet loss, brownouts, and recovery paths before Flight Test. This is a full-time onsite role in San Diego requiring hands-on bench work with flight computers, power systems, radios, and sensors.

San DiegoLast seen 1 day ago
Jobright.ai
$120,000 – $150,000Posted 4 days ago

Software Developer I/II at G2 Software Systems will perform full-cycle software engineering including planning, requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, and debugging of large-scale defense software systems. The role requires 3+ years of Java and JavaScript full-stack web development experience, proficiency with Agile processes, and hands-on use of Git/GitLab/Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence in automated CI/CD environments. Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. This is a mission-critical position supporting DoD air defense, counter-drone, secure communications, logistics, and C4ISR operations.

Clearance Required
San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
Booz Allen Hamilton
$55,300 – $126,000Posted 4 days ago

Junior AI Software Developer supporting Navy cybersecurity and mission operations in San Diego. You will participate in problem discovery with mission stakeholders, contribute to technical solution design, and deliver hands-on implementation of scripts, APIs, automation, and AI/LLM-enabled workflows. Work involves integrating systems via REST/HTTP APIs, writing and testing Python code, using version control, and documenting technical solutions for both technical and non-technical audiences while adhering to RMF, security controls, and responsible AI practices in classified or controlled environments.

Clearance Required
San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
Booz Allen Hamilton
$86,900 – $198,000Posted 4 days ago

Senior AI Software Developer who will design, implement, and integrate AI/LLM-enabled solutions and automation for Navy cybersecurity and mission workflows. You'll work in small, multidisciplinary teams translating mission requirements into technical approaches, delivering hands-on code (Python, APIs, data integration), and ensuring solutions align with RMF, security controls, and compliance boundaries. The role blends advisory conversations with focused implementation of secure, deployable systems that reduce cyber risk and improve operational efficiency. Success requires 4+ years of software development or integration experience, Python proficiency, API and data store expertise, cloud or enterprise deployment knowledge, and ability to communicate across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Clearance Required
San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
HII
$86,246 – $120,000Posted 4 days ago

HII Mission Technologies seeks a Software Engineer 2 to support Navy software modernization and integration within the NIWC Pacific portfolio. You will design, develop, test, and maintain mission-critical software applications using C# and Angular, implement front-end features and UI components, and troubleshoot issues in distributed Navy systems. The role requires strong C# fundamentals, experience with modern object-oriented frameworks, secure coding practices, and collaboration with government engineers and cross-functional teams. You'll work on a hybrid schedule (1–2 days onsite per week) in San Diego, supporting command-and-control, data management, and mission-support functions.

Clearance Required
San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
Qualcomm
$121,400 – $202,200Posted 4 days ago

Qualcomm Cloud AI team seeks a Linux device driver engineer to develop and extend Linux kernel driver code for QCR-100 accelerators and related products that handle image reprocessing and AI workloads. The role focuses on PCIe device setup, firmware loading, MHI bus, DMABUF importation, and DMA transfers. Required expertise includes Linux kernel driver development, C programming, git, and low-level debugging. Desirable experience includes PCIe stack knowledge, DMA/IOMMU understanding, DEB/RPM packaging, and embedded Linux systems connected via PCIe.

San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
Booz Allen Hamilton
$69,300 – $158,000Posted 4 days ago

An AI Software Developer at Booz Allen Hamilton will design, implement, and integrate AI-enabled automation and analytics solutions for Navy cybersecurity and mission workflows. The role requires hands-on Python development, API integration, and secure system design in classified or controlled environments, with close collaboration between cybersecurity specialists, engineers, and mission stakeholders. Success demands translating mission requirements into technical tasks, delivering credible implementations (not slide-only recommendations), and operating within RMF, compliance, and secure engineering practices. The ideal candidate combines software engineering rigor (version control, code review, testing) with AI/LLM experience and the ability to work in small, structured teams on multidisciplinary problem-solving.

Clearance Required
San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
Qualcomm
$178,400 – $267,600Posted 4 days ago

As a Sr. Staff Software Engineer on Qualcomm's AI Software team, you will design and develop the Qualcomm AI Runtime (QAIRT) SDK for IoT platforms, enabling efficient execution of deep neural networks, LLMs, and modern AI architectures. You will lead feature development, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to deliver scalable AI software solutions. The role requires 8+ years of software development experience with strong C/C++ and Linux proficiency, hands-on technical leadership, and the ability to keep pace with rapid industry and academic advances in machine learning and software engineering.

San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
Mission Technologies, a division of HII
$86,246 – $120,000Posted 4 days ago

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer 2 to support Navy software modernization and integration efforts for NIWC Pacific. You will design, develop, test, and maintain mission-critical applications using C# and Angular, working closely with government engineers and cross-functional teams to build secure, reliable software systems for command-and-control and data management. Responsibilities include implementing front-end features, troubleshooting issues, following secure coding practices, participating in code reviews, and supporting integration across distributed Navy systems. This hybrid role requires strong C# fundamentals, experience with web-based applications, and an interest in Navy technology programs.

Clearance Required
San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
General Atomics
Posted 4 days ago

Design, develop, and maintain software solutions that interface with coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and metrology systems in advanced fabrication and inspection environments. Integrate CMM equipment with internal databases, MES, PLM, and ERP systems to streamline data collection and reporting. Develop automation routines, dashboards, and data visualization tools for measurement workflows, and troubleshoot CMM software and system issues. Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to translate GD&T requirements into repeatable software and measurement solutions, with 90% onsite presence required.

San DiegoLast seen 2 days ago
Northrop Grumman
$133,000 – $199,600Posted 5 days ago

Lead a section of 10–15 embedded software engineers within Northrop Grumman's Fighter Networked Systems and Advanced Communications & Networks programs, spending approximately 80% of time as a technical performer on communications systems development. Responsibilities include workforce planning, recruiting, performance management, career development, and coordination with program leadership. Candidates must have a BS in a STEM field plus 5 years (or MS plus 3 years) of experience, with proficiency in C/C++, object-oriented programming, and hands-on embedded systems work.

Clearance Required
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Zoox
$150,000 – $186,000Posted 5 days ago

Zoox is seeking a System Test Engineer to design, develop, and execute test plans at the highest level of integration for autonomous vehicle software, focusing on feature validation, functional and regression testing. You will automate testing using Hardware in the Loop (HIL) and Software in the Loop (SIL) assets, analyze vehicle logs and test data for root cause analysis, and provide quantitative evidence on milestone readiness. The role requires 3+ years of experience testing complex systems, strong software development skills in Python and REST APIs, version control proficiency with Git, and integrated systems troubleshooting expertise.

San DiegoLast seen 3 days ago
SHEIN U.S.
$108,000 – $180,000Posted 5 days ago

Staff Site Reliability Engineer at SHEIN responsible for operating and evolving large-scale, mission-critical production systems with 24/7/365 on-call participation. Design, build, and maintain observability solutions (metrics, logs, traces, alerting) with AI-powered anomaly detection; own and operate core open-source infrastructure (APISIX, Nginx, Kubernetes, Kafka, Elasticsearch, Redis, Consul, Etcd, Zookeeper). Automate operational workflows, reduce incident frequency and MTTR, and provide technical leadership across global engineering teams. Requires strong software engineering skills, deep Linux/networking/distributed systems expertise, and passion for solving problems at scale.

San DiegoLast seen 3 days ago
Qualcomm
$94,200 – $141,200Posted 5 days ago

Qualcomm is seeking a Software Engineer for their Power and Limits management group to develop firmware and software solutions for chipsets across multiple subsystems. The role involves analyzing requirements, designing robust software architectures, performing detailed performance/power analysis, and developing profiling and debugging tools for silicon validation. Candidates will work across system, power, software, and hardware teams to optimize power efficiency, thermal performance, and execution efficiency from pre-silicon through commercialization, with exposure to ARM architecture, real-time operating systems, and machine learning applications.

San DiegoLast seen 3 days ago
Staffing Spot, Inc.
Posted 5 days ago

Junior to mid-level .NET developer role building enterprise web applications with C# and ASP.NET Core in Fremont, California (onsite). Responsibilities include developing and maintaining REST APIs, building responsive Angular UIs, designing microservices, optimizing SQL queries, and integrating caching (Redis) and event-driven messaging (Kafka). Requires 3–5 years of .NET experience with enterprise applications and distributed systems.

San DiegoLast seen 3 days ago
Cohu, Inc.
Posted 5 days ago

Design, develop, and sustain Windows desktop control software for complex electro-mechanical semiconductor test handlers using C++ and C#. Responsibilities span full lifecycle development—architecture, integration, deployment, and customer support—with focus on system uptime, safety, and reliability. Own hardware integration (motion controllers, machine vision, robotics, sensors, barcode readers), troubleshoot field issues, and drive system architecture across product variants. Mentor engineers and collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, field service, and customer teams.

San DiegoLast seen 3 days ago
Haley & Aldrich
$75,380 – $85,280Posted 7 days ago

Staff Software Developer who will design, develop, and maintain AI-enabled knowledge management and decision-support platforms for environmental and engineering applications. Responsibilities include building data ingestion workflows, implementing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems with vector embeddings and semantic search, developing backend services and APIs, creating secure web-based UIs, and working with cloud services (Azure AI Search, Blob Storage, PostgreSQL). The role requires strong software development skills demonstrated through a public code portfolio, familiarity with LLMs and prompt engineering, and the ability to collaborate across technical teams to translate project needs into practical features.

San DiegoLast seen 3 days ago
Brandes Investment Partners
Posted 9 days ago

Join Brandes Investment Partners' Software Engineering team to design, develop, and support business applications throughout the full SDLC. You'll collaborate with teammates and business users to build web applications, APIs, integrations, and data-driven solutions using C#/.NET, SQL Server, and modern web frameworks like Blazor. Responsibilities include developing and enhancing applications, maintaining production systems, troubleshooting issues, and identifying process improvements. The role requires a bachelor's degree or relevant technical certification and professional software development experience appropriate to the level.

San DiegoLast seen 3 days ago
Brandes Investment Partners
Posted 12 days ago

Join Brandes Investment Partners' Software Engineering team to design, develop, and support business applications using modern Microsoft technologies. You'll participate in the full SDLC—from requirements analysis through production support—collaborating with teammates and business users to deliver web applications, APIs, integrations, and data-driven solutions. Core technical skills include C#/.NET, SQL Server, Blazor, REST APIs, Entity Framework Core, and Git; helpful experience includes Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Copilot, Power BI, and cloud-based application development.

San DiegoLast seen 3 days ago