software-development jobs in San Diego

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.…See more 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).

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.…See more 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.

Sr. Staff Reliability Engineer at Qualcomm leads semiconductor reliability strategy for advanced CMOS nodes (FinFET, GAA) and complex SoCs.…See more 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.

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.…See more 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).

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).…See more You will work across cyber, networking, and development teams to deliver resilient, secure, and highly available cloud environments while maintaining compliance and system uptime.

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.…See more 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.

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.…See more 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).

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.…See more 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.

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.…See more 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.

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.…See more 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.

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.…See more 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.

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.…See more 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.

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.…See more 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.

Senior Software Applications Engineer at Qualcomm who independently manages moderately complex responsibilities providing technical expertise on software systems. The role involves sales support, customer assessments, product demonstrations, technical presentations, and detailed proposal development for customer solutions.…See more Responsibilities include diagnosing software issues, preparing technical documentation, staying current on industry trends, and acting as a contributor at design reviews. The position requires travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Lead Systems Engineer to support government sponsors in architecting, analyzing, and integrating complex mission and enterprise systems. The role focuses on applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), executable MBSE, architecture analysis, and digital engineering methods to develop system architectures and inform acquisition decisions.…See more Responsibilities include modeling complex systems using standards-based frameworks (UAF, SysML, UML), developing executable models for verification and validation, designing prototypes and dashboards in Java and Python, applying industry standards (MOSA, OMS, UCI, FACE), and advising government sponsors on architecture strategies and digital transformation. The position requires 8+ years of systems/aerospace engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degrees) and includes mentoring junior engineers.

Staff-level cloud software engineer responsible for building and operating Intuit's edge, CDN, and WAF infrastructure at scale. Design self-service platforms and APIs for CDN/WAF onboarding, DNS, and certificate lifecycle management.…See more Engineer edge security policies (Akamai, AWS WAFv2), troubleshoot packet-path connectivity, and automate compliance and cost operations. Direct AI agents to build and operate infrastructure faster while providing 24x7 incident response and mentoring engineers on automation patterns.

The Cybersecurity Engineer II will perform system hardening on Windows and Linux systems per DoD standards, implement and maintain STIGs, conduct vulnerability assessments using ACAS, and remediate security findings. The role requires 5 years of hands-on experience with STIG implementation, vulnerability assessment tools, vendor patching, and security compliance initiatives.…See more A Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field plus one or more certifications (CCNA, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, or SSCP) and an active Secret clearance are required.

The Algorithm Software Engineer will design, develop, and deploy signal processing applications on custom Leidos SoCs, porting algorithms from MATLAB/Python/C++ to optimized C code for real-time, massively parallelized execution. Responsibilities include hardware-software co-design, DSP optimization leveraging SIMD/VLIW/accelerators, Hardware-in-the-loop testing, and collaboration across signal processing, embedded, RF, and systems engineering teams.…See more The role requires 8+ years of C/C++ embedded systems development, strong signal processing fundamentals, and experience translating research algorithms into production real-time systems.

Design, develop, and validate embedded software and device drivers for cutting-edge Qualcomm products including smartphones, IoT devices, and mobile platforms. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test engineers to implement software modules, perform debugging and code reviews, and ensure quality through regression testing.…See more Work independently on complex embedded systems projects involving power management, ARM architecture integration, and performance optimization while documenting technical solutions.

This role focuses on system-level testing and validation of Qualcomm's leading-edge SoC products (Snapdragon, mobile, compute, automotive, server chipsets). The engineer will conduct early-stage silicon bring-up, post-silicon validation, and develop automated test content to stress systems across functional, performance, stability, and benchmark dimensions under various operating conditions.…See more Responsibilities include hardware characterization, software integration testing, creation of production screens, and collaboration with IC design and development teams. The position requires proficiency in embedded systems, SoC testing concepts, test case development, lab instrumentation, and programming in C/C++, Python, or C#.

Senior Software Engineer role developing virtualization infrastructure for Navy anti-submarine warfare training systems. Responsibilities include designing and deploying virtualized Linux environments using KVM and Open vSwitch, migrating hardware-based solutions to scalable virtualized platforms, developing Python automation scripts and Ansible configurations, and troubleshooting complex networking and systems issues in DoD training environments.…See more Requires strong Linux systems engineering expertise, virtualization proficiency, and deep understanding of low-level networking in mission-critical contexts.

The Applied AI Engineer develops, deploys, and maintains generative AI solutions for insurance products and internal workflows. The role involves implementing end-to-end AI pipelines using AWS services (SageMaker, Lambda, ECS/EKS, S3), building feature engineering workflows in Snowflake, and collaborating with cloud and MLOps teams.…See more Candidates need 3+ years of AI/ML engineering experience with 1–2 years focused on generative AI or LLMs, proficiency in Python and frameworks like PyTorch or Hugging Face Transformers, and hands-on cloud deployment experience. The position requires monitoring model performance, ensuring security and compliance, and supporting AI architecture reviews.

Verizon seeks a Unified Communications Engineer to provide Tier III/IV operational support and service delivery for the US Navy NMCI UC infrastructure. The role involves designing, configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting enterprise Cisco voice, video, and presence systems, as well as Ribbon collaboration technologies.…See more Responsibilities include maintaining VoIP/VTC systems, supporting IP communication networks, creating technical documentation, and mentoring junior personnel. Candidates must have 4+ years of relevant UC/telecom experience, DOD 8570 Security+ compliance, an active Secret clearance (or ability to obtain one), and expertise with Cisco CUCM, Unity Connection, VCS, and Session Border Controllers.

The System Test Engineer - Autonomy will coordinate data validation workflows, manage mapping datasets, and track issues for an autonomous vehicle platform. Responsibilities include executing weekly validation processes, maintaining data quality audits, monitoring metrics, and automating workflows with Python scripts.…See more The role requires 1+ years of systems testing or data operations experience, proficiency in Python, and familiarity with issue tracking tools like Jira. This position supports engineering teams in keeping autonomous driving systems ready for testing and deployment.

Software Engineer in R&D for medical device products, working on desktop applications, services, and data layers for automated molecular diagnostic instruments. Requires C# and .NET expertise with 5+ years of experience (or 3+ with MS degree), along with proficiency in WPF, MSSQL, LINQ, and multithreaded UI development.…See more Role involves design, development, code review, testing, and mentoring junior engineers within an Agile team environment.