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software-development jobs in San Diego

$97,000 – $140,000 · Posted 10 days ago

Senior SysAdmin to administer and optimize Shield AI's Atlassian Cloud ecosystem (Jira Software, Jira Service Management, Confluence). Responsibilities include designing workflows and automation rules, developing REST API integrations and webhooks, managing enterprise system integrations (DevOps toolchains, CI/CD, identity providers), administering Atlassian Access, and building advanced dashboards and JQL queries. Requires 3+ years Atlassian administration experience, strong hands-on Cloud expertise, proven REST API and automation frameworks knowledge (ScriptRunner), and advanced JQL and reporting skills.

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$155,600 – $233,400 · Posted 10 days ago

Join Illumina's Primary Analysis team to design and develop high-performance signal processing software for genomic data analysis. You will architect C/C++ solutions for multi-threaded, real-time applications running on Linux, optimize algorithms for genomic base calling from image signals, and collaborate across bioinformatics, instrument design, and quality teams. The role demands expertise in memory management, performance optimization, debugging tools, and unit testing, with 8+ years of professional software development experience.

San DiegoLast seen 8 days ago
Posted 10 days ago

This is a senior-level IT support role handling escalated complex technical issues across remote and onsite client environments. The Client Engineer will troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-layer problems spanning M365 administration (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, Entra ID), macOS support, networking (DNS, DHCP, VPN, firewalls), and generative AI platforms, while traveling to client sites in the metro area as needed. The role requires strong technical depth, independent judgment, excellent client-facing communication skills, and the ability to quickly assess scope and determine whether issues require remote or onsite resolution. A valid driver's license and comfort working in ambiguous situations across both remote and field settings are essential.

San DiegoLast seen 8 days ago
$160,001 – $200,000 · Posted 10 days ago

SAIC seeks a Senior Software Engineer to integrate AI capabilities into expeditionary systems for the Navy, including sensor kits, unmanned systems, command & control, and TAK. The role spans hands-on development—maintaining Zenoh data mesh in Rust, building React frontends in JavaScript, integrating machine learning models, converting tactical message formats—and technical leadership with senior management. Required qualifications include 9+ years as a software engineer, data engineer, or data scientist; expert Python; intermediate Rust or Go; experience with containerization, event streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis, RabbitMQ, Zenoh), tactical data standardization, and data pipeline deployment. Successful candidates will collaborate with ML engineers, systems engineers, and field teams to ensure high-quality data flow and operational performance.

San DiegoLast seen 8 days ago
$152,480 – $228,720 · Posted 10 days ago

Staff engineer role focused on integrating autonomy software across Shield AI's Hivemind platform, spanning simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and flight systems. Responsibilities include developing deep expertise in the autonomy stack, configuring and deploying multi-agent systems, integrating new autonomy capabilities, enabling platform bring-up on new robotic hardware, architecting integration tooling and deployment infrastructure, ensuring cross-platform compatibility, diagnosing integration defects via telemetry analysis, and optimizing CI/CD workflows. The role bridges engineering development and real-world autonomous applications, requiring systems integration expertise, robotics platform knowledge, and hands-on proficiency with sensor drivers, middleware, and deployment frameworks.

San DiegoLast seen 8 days ago
Posted 10 days ago

Senior Software Engineer with 10+ years of experience to develop advanced algorithms and software applications using C++, Python, MATLAB, and TensorFlow in Linux environments. The role involves designing object-oriented software, prototyping AI/ML solutions, utilizing DevOps tools (GitLab, Docker, Podman), troubleshooting complex systems, and providing technical leadership to customers and internal teams. Strong mathematical foundation in probability, statistics, estimation theory, and machine learning is required to support algorithm development in a defense technology context.

San DiegoLast seen 8 days ago
$130,814 – $130,814 · Posted 10 days ago

The Data Architect is a hands-on technical leader responsible for designing and modernizing enterprise data architecture across on-premises and cloud platforms. The role defines scalable data models, cloud-native integration patterns, and architectural standards supporting analytics, reporting, and digital banking applications. This position combines strategic architectural vision with practical expertise in designing, implementing, and optimizing modern data systems across structured, semi-structured, and unstructured workloads. The architect provides technical leadership to Data Engineers and cross-functional teams while ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing data environments.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$177,000 – $265,600 · Posted 10 days ago

Staff Software Engineer responsible for adapting mobile control station software applications to a cloud environment, with focus on Infrastructure-as-Code, containerization, and deployment to Il-5 cloud infrastructure. Will collaborate across Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Cloud & Application, and DevOps teams in an Agile environment, working on containerization, instrumentation, integration, security, and system testing. Requires 8-12 years of software engineering experience (depending on degree level) and hands-on expertise with cloud platforms, infrastructure components, IaC tooling, Docker/Kubernetes, software-defined networking, and scripting/coding languages.

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$133,000 – $199,600 · Posted 10 days ago

Lead a section of 10–15 embedded software engineers at Northrop Grumman's San Diego facility, managing direct reports on organizational goals, performance, and career development while serving as a technical performer (~80% program time) on communications systems within Fighter Networked Systems and Advanced Comms & Networks. Responsibilities include staffing coordination, recruiting, training, performance reviews, promotions, salary evaluation, and HR collaboration. Candidates must hold or be able to obtain a Secret clearance and have a BS + 5 years or MS + 3 years in a STEM field, with proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented programming.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$96,614 – $146,352 · Posted 11 days ago

S. Navy command and control programs under Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR), responsible for maritime surveillance and C2 capability integration for partner nations. tegration for partner nations. Core duties include requirements definition and traceability, system-of-systems architecture across dissimilar systems, interface definition and control, test/verification/validation planning, technical trade studies, and coordination across multiple program offices. The role demands hands-on systems engineering discipline: turning partner-nation requirements into defined interfaces, integrating capabilities never designed to interoperate, and verifying results meet specifications. Must be comfortable with computing and network environments (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, routing, switching, Windows/Linux servers, virtualization) sufficient to troubleshoot credibly alongside network engineers.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$120,000 – $150,000 · Posted 11 days ago

Software Developer I/II at a DoD contractor performing full-stack web application development using Java and JavaScript frameworks. Responsibilities include software planning, requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, and debugging of large-scale systems within Agile environments. Requires 3+ years of programming experience, proficiency with Git/GitLab/Bitbucket and Jira, and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$135,000 – $140,000 · Posted 11 days ago

Senior Cloud Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure and services across development, testing, and production environments. Responsibilities include developing infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation), building CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud security and access controls, automating operational processes, and troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues. Requires 5+ years of cloud engineering or DevOps experience, hands-on expertise with AWS/Azure/GCP, and proficiency with Linux, scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell), Docker, and Kubernetes.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$75,000 – $85,000 · Posted 11 days ago

An Applications Engineer will own technical support for manufacturing clients while gradually growing into active development of VersaCall's andon and production monitoring platform. The role requires troubleshooting software and hardware issues, configuring and deploying systems, working with internal scripts and APIs, and reading/contributing to a complex codebase across multiple services. The successful candidate will combine client-facing communication with hands-on debugging and eventual feature development, growing into an in-house platform expert. Required experience includes 2–4 years in technical support, software development, or systems engineering, with a modern web stack (React, C# .NET, JavaScript, SQL, Docker, Git).

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$130,000 – $160,000 · Posted 11 days ago

Senior Software Engineer supporting next-generation tools and systems development at a defense/intelligence contractor. Responsibilities include designing and implementing AI-assisted web-based applications that integrate with custom embedded systems, writing requirements and test documentation, executing tests, and interfacing with customers on requirements and design reviews. Requires 6+ years of software engineering experience, proficiency in Python, C# or Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML/CSS, Linux systems expertise, web-based UI development skills, and network software engineering knowledge (TLS/HTTPS). Must hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$162,600 – $244,000 · Posted 11 days ago

Sr. Staff Reliability Engineer at Qualcomm leads semiconductor reliability strategy for advanced CMOS nodes (FinFET, GAA) and complex SoCs. The role requires deep expertise in device and interconnect failure physics—BTI, TDDB, HCI, electromigration, self-heating—and advanced packaging architectures (2.5D/3D, TSV, chiplets). Responsibilities include defining foundry qualification requirements, performing wear-out and aging analysis, identifying lifecycle risks, and establishing scalable reliability processes. The engineer mentors the organization, provides expert judgment on critical trade-offs, and communicates reliability status and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$122,574 – $300,960 · Posted 11 days ago

Design and optimize video analysis and quality assessment algorithms for next-generation video codec hardware accelerators (FPGA/ASIC). Implement C-models and firmware for advanced video encoding, collaborating across algorithm, architecture, software, and hardware teams. Apply machine learning techniques including deep learning frameworks and transformer architectures for ROI detection, content understanding, and feature extraction. Integrate algorithms into production VOD/live streaming workflows and validate impact through A/B testing and objective quality metrics (VMAF, PSNR, SSIM).

San DiegoLast seen 10 days ago
$120,001 – $160,000 · Posted 11 days ago

SAIC seeks a Cloud DevOps Engineer to design, build, and operate mission-critical cloud infrastructure on AWS and Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms in support of Naval Operational Architecture. The role combines infrastructure-as-code (CloudFormation, YAML), container orchestration, Linux/Windows server administration, networking, scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell), and cybersecurity hardening (STIGs, ACAS). You will work across cyber, networking, and development teams to deliver resilient, secure, and highly available cloud environments while maintaining compliance and system uptime.

San DiegoLast seen 8 days ago
$130,000 – $159,987 · Posted 11 days ago

The RMF Engineer will support DoD Assessment & Authorization activities by developing, maintaining, and managing Risk Management Framework documentation and artifacts throughout the system lifecycle. Key responsibilities include system categorization, creating and updating security plans and control evidence, managing RMF packages in eMASS, assessing security controls, and coordinating with engineering and cybersecurity teams on remediation. The role requires 3+ years of hands-on DoD RMF experience, deep knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and RMF processes, and proficiency with authorization management tools. This hybrid position is mostly remote and demands strong technical documentation and stakeholder communication skills.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$50,079 – $67,640 · Posted 11 days ago

BAE Systems seeks a Software Engineering Intern III for Summer 2027 to develop new code, resolve critical problems, and improve system stability within the Electronic Systems division. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers on real-world aerospace and defense projects, gaining hands-on experience with modern software architectures, frameworks, and databases. Required skills include proficiency in Java, C++, C#, Python, or JavaScript, along with knowledge of data structures and object-oriented programming. The role offers exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), containerization (Kubernetes, Docker), frontend frameworks (React, Angular), backend tools (Spring, Gradle), and various databases (SQL, NoSQL).

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$155,600 – $233,400 · Posted 11 days ago

Staff Software Engineer at Illumina's Primary Analysis team designing high-performance signal processing pipelines for genomic data analysis. The role involves architecting C/C++ software for multi-threaded, memory-optimized Linux applications that detect genomic signals from images, with responsibilities including algorithm development, performance optimization, debugging, and collaboration across bioinformatics, instrument design, and quality teams. Requires 8+ years of professional software development experience, deep expertise in C/C++, multi-threading, memory management, and debugging/profiling tools, plus strong object-oriented design and unit testing practices.

San DiegoLast seen 10 days ago
Posted 11 days ago

As Senior Manager of AI Governance Technology at Teradata, you will own the end-to-end technical architecture of the company's AI Governance Operating System, including intake pipelines, compliance monitoring, and agentic workflows. You'll lead the engineering of sophisticated automation using tools like n8n and Claude APIs, architect the AI tool registry, and design real-time monitoring systems that anticipate governance challenges. You'll serve as the internal expert on Claude Enterprise, Microsoft Copilot, and Teradata AI Studio integrations, setting technical standards and specifications that guide the broader engineering team. This is a technical leadership role requiring deep expertise in enterprise AI governance, system architecture, and the ability to make complex engineering decisions with significant autonomy.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
Posted 11 days ago

As an Associate Software Engineer on the Digital Product Development team, you will participate in full-stack, full-cycle product development for cloud-native applications and IoT device lifecycle management platforms. You'll design, develop, and deploy web applications and services using languages like Java, React, and JavaScript, with emphasis on PaaS/IaaS, serverless services, and container technology. Responsibilities include code reviews, CI/CD pipeline development, automated testing, and building reliable, scalable cloud-native applications following security best practices. The role requires solid technical acumen, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

San DiegoLast seen 8 days ago
$190,100 – $316,800 · Posted 11 days ago

Lead the architectural design of server-side, backend, and cloud platform capabilities supporting Dexcom's continuous glucose monitoring products. Collaborate across product, cybersecurity, firmware, data, and mobile teams to translate business and regulatory requirements into secure, scalable, and maintainable platform solutions. Establish architectural direction for distributed services, APIs, data pipelines, event-driven systems, and shared platform capabilities. Guide technology exploration, system integration, performance testing, and serve as an authority for platform architecture principles and modern backend development practices across the organization.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$121,243 – $130,000 · Posted 11 days ago

Axos Bank seeks a Systems Engineer to manage and monitor infrastructure and system installations, including configurations, testing, and maintenance. The role requires seven years of progressive experience in VMware (ESXi, vCenter, Horizon VDI), Citrix (Virtual Apps and Desktops, NetScaler ADC), storage systems (HPE Nimble, SAN/Brocade), virtualization platforms (Nutanix AHV, Hyper-V), directory services (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP), and Microsoft Azure administration. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and demonstrate expertise in designing scalable, highly available virtual environments and managing cloud resources.

San DiegoLast seen 9 days ago
$155,000 – $232,600 · Posted 11 days ago

Staff-level RF control software engineer responsible for designing and implementing software abstraction layers that support diverse radio hardware configurations on common protocol stacks. Designs test mode interfaces for hardware characterization and RF performance tuning, and optimizes device control transactions for multi-RAT, multi-SIM, and concurrent radio operations. Applies expertise in antenna concepts, signal characterization, and RF component control (amplifiers, oscillators, frequency synthesizers, mixers, switches, sensors). Collaborates across ASIC design, modem/RF systems, systems test, hardware, and firmware teams while providing technical leadership at design reviews.

San DiegoLast seen 10 days ago