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software-development jobs in San Diego

$147,288 – $167,286 · Posted 5 days ago

Lead Software Engineer responsible for planning and prioritizing the development backlog while supervising and mentoring two Software Engineer I positions. The role requires designing software architecture, implementing security best practices, establishing development/test/production environments, and conducting code reviews to ensure quality and maintainability. This position requires 7+ years of progressive web application development experience and 2+ years of leadership/mentoring experience, with proficiency across full-stack development (front-end frameworks, server-side development, relational databases, APIs), Git-based version control, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines.

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$84,698 – $94,765 · Posted 5 days ago

Software Engineer I will develop, test, and maintain features across a full application stack—including UI components, APIs, business logic, and database layers—under mentorship from a Lead Software Engineer. Responsibilities include translating wireframes and requirements into responsive interfaces, implementing data validation and security controls, building integrations, writing clean code with automated tests, and participating in code reviews and pair programming. The role emphasizes using AI-assisted development tools effectively while maintaining high coding standards and version control discipline.

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$90,000 – $184,000 · Posted 5 days ago

Innovative Defense Technologies seeks a Frontend Developer to design, build, test, and deliver secure software solutions for Navy mission-critical systems. The role focuses on frontend development using React and modern JavaScript, with responsibilities including UI component building, REST API integration, cross-functional collaboration, and deployment pipeline management. Required experience includes 3+ years as a software developer with significant frontend framework and testing expertise, plus familiarity with Git, Python, SQL, Linux, and debugging across environments. Additional valued skills include Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization.

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S. Navy environment. t, deploy, and maintain robust Oracle database solutions supporting a U.S. Navy environment. Develop and maintain Oracle database objects (tables, indexes, views, procedures, packages, triggers) using SQL and PL/SQL, integrate databases with web applications using JSON, troubleshoot database issues, and apply secure development practices throughout the full software development lifecycle. Requires minimum 3 years of database programming experience with Oracle 12c or greater, strong SQL and PL/SQL expertise, and knowledge of the complete SDLC from planning through maintenance.

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S. Navy information systems. aintain web applications supporting mission-critical U.S. Navy information systems. Build responsive user interfaces using Angular, Bootstrap, HTML, and CSS; develop backend functionality with Java and SQL; participate across the full software development lifecycle from planning through deployment. Support DevSecOps and CI/CD practices, troubleshoot production issues, and collaborate with technical teams and end users to deliver secure, reliable solutions.

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$188,500 – $255,000 · Posted 5 days ago

Staff Software Engineer responsible for driving significant technology initiatives end-to-end across multiple architecture layers, designing and developing scalable, secure applications that solve critical customer problems. The role requires architecting microservices-based systems, integrating AI technologies (LLMs, AutoML) into production applications, and mentoring junior engineers on software best practices. Candidates must have 9+ years of enterprise application development experience with proficiency in JavaScript, Java, Kubernetes, SQL/NoSQL databases, CI/CD pipelines, and practical AI integration skills including LLM prompting and production performance monitoring.

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Forward Deployed Software Engineer at Saronic Technologies develops and deploys autonomy software for autonomous surface vehicles (ASVs) in maritime environments. The role involves debugging and optimizing autonomy algorithms, integrating sensors and control systems, analyzing real-world mission data, and working directly with operators to adapt technology to operational needs. You will troubleshoot complex software, hardware, and networking issues during field deployments, traveling up to 50% to test systems in real-world maritime settings. Strong proficiency in C++, Rust, or Python is required, along with experience in robotics, autonomy, embedded systems, and networking protocols.

San DiegoLast seen 4 days ago
$148,300 – $222,500 · Posted 5 days ago

As a Staff System Performance Engineer, you will research, simulate, and validate performance across Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets, optimizing power, performance, and thermal behavior for Mobile, Compute, Automotive, and IoT platforms. You will profile complex concurrent system use-cases in emulation and software environments (Android/Linux/Windows), define performance analysis plans across multiple workloads (CPU, GPU, AI/ML), and identify optimization opportunities in SoC software and hardware architectures. You will lead triage of performance issues, collaborate with cross-functional teams on power and thermal solutions, and mentor junior engineers. The role requires 4+ years of post-silicon power/performance analysis experience, strong programming skills (Python, C/C++), deep understanding of ARM SoC architecture, and the ability to communicate findings to senior leadership and drive architectural decisions.

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$134,500 – $265,100 · Posted 5 days ago

Forward Deployed Engineer who partners with enterprise clients to identify business needs and prototype production-grade GenAI/LLM solutions on AWS. Designs and builds AI-enabled agentic platforms, workflows, and scalable engineering patterns using AWS AI&Data services (Bedrock, Neptune, OpenSearch). Delivers production-quality code with strong testing, CI/CD, logging, and documentation practices while mentoring team members and translating complex business problems into technical AI solutions.

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$87,100 – $157,450 · Posted 5 days ago

Leidos seeks a Sensing Algorithm Engineer to research, develop, and implement novel algorithms for remote sensing applications. The role involves prototyping algorithms in Matlab or Python, implementing efficient C software, conducting performance testing and analysis, and documenting results for customers. The ideal candidate has a BS/MS/PhD in physics, engineering, or mathematics with 4–8 years of experience, fluency in high-level languages, strong signal processing knowledge, and understanding of probability, statistics, linear algebra, and physics. The position requires an active Top Secret security clearance and full-time on-site work in San Diego, CA.

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js, Python, or Go. Responsibilities include architecting relational and NoSQL databases for high availability, building data pipelines and asynchronous processing systems, and deploying cloud infrastructure on AWS with Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform. pipelines and asynchronous processing systems, and deploying cloud infrastructure on AWS with Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform. The role requires 3–6 years of experience building distributed systems at scale, with deep expertise in database design, caching strategies, and cloud platforms. You'll also own monitoring, performance optimization, and comprehensive testing across unit, integration, and end-to-end scenarios.

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$80,000 – $110,000 · Posted 5 days ago

Join Whova's engineering team as a Software Engineer to build scalable front-end and backend systems serving over a million users globally. You'll work on either mobile/web platforms or backend services, paired with senior engineers through structured onboarding. The role requires solid computer science fundamentals, proficiency or willingness to learn Python, exposure to front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML, CSS), and strong problem-solving skills.

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$112,000 – $179,000 · Posted 5 days ago

Senior Cyber Software Engineer supporting the ATLANTIS Multi-level Security C4I system at NIWC PAC in San Diego. You will design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions using C/C++, Golang, Python, and Java, architect scalable microservices-based systems, and leverage advanced Linux skills for development and system administration. Responsibilities include code review and mentorship, collaboration with cross-functional teams, troubleshooting complex software issues, and maintaining technical documentation. The role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience with a BS/BA (or equivalent with advanced degree), proficiency in Linux and shell scripting, and an active SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain TOP SECRET/SCI access.

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$92,000 – $185,000 · Posted 5 days ago

Build full-stack applications incorporating AI, data analytics, cloud technologies, and DevOps for mission-focused projects. You will develop and deploy features using Python, Django, React, APIs, and big data applications while working across the full technology stack. The role requires 2+ years of professional software development experience with proficiency in Python-based web frameworks, front-end technologies (React, JavaScript, TypeScript), databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL), and basic CI/CD and Git knowledge. You'll collaborate in an Agile environment supporting diverse applications in maintenance planning, maritime analysis, and extreme weather assessment.

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$120,000 – $150,000 · Posted 5 days ago

Software Developer I or II at G2 Software Systems, a defense software company. The role involves full-stack web application development using Java and JavaScript frameworks, with responsibilities spanning planning, requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, and debugging of large-scale software systems. You'll work in Agile environments using Git/GitLab/Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence, supporting mission-critical DoD applications in air defense, counter-drone, secure communications, and C4ISR operations. Requires 3+ years of full-stack programming experience (5+ preferred) and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

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$233,760 – $350,640 · Posted 5 days ago

Senior Staff Software Engineer role owning technical strategy and long-term evolution of autonomous flight software across the Expeditionary portfolio (V-BAT, X-BAT platforms). Responsibilities include defining autonomy architecture, leading complex integration challenges across motion planning, perception, payload integration, executive autonomy, and multi-agent operations, while mentoring senior engineers and driving cross-functional collaboration with Aircraft, Autonomy Capabilities, Perception, GCS, and Strategic Systems teams. Requires 10+ years of experience, expert-level C++ and Linux systems development, proven ability to influence architecture across multiple teams, and track record mentoring senior engineers. Travel ~10–20% annually to customer sites, flight tests, and integration exercises.

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$152,480 – $228,720 · Posted 5 days ago

Staff Engineer role focused on integrating autonomy software across simulation (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight environments. Responsibilities include ensuring cross-platform compatibility of the autonomy stack, diagnosing integration defects through log and telemetry analysis, optimizing CI/CD pipelines with DevOps teams, and validating system requirements and interface contracts. Requires 7+ years of experience (or equivalent with advanced degree), proficiency in Python or C++, hands-on experience with autonomous systems and HIL testing, and demonstrated expertise designing integration workflows and CI/CD infrastructure.

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Senior Software Architect role leading technical strategy for complex manufacturing systems including additive manufacturing, machine control software, MES/ERP integrations, and fleet telemetry. Requires 8+ years of software engineering with 3+ years in architect/principal engineer roles, deep proficiency in C++, Rust, Python, C#, or Go, and hands-on experience with real-time systems, edge computing, motion control, and high-rate sensor data processing. Responsibilities include architectural design, mentoring engineering teams, trade-off analyses, and cross-functional collaboration on New Product Introduction cycles, with expectation to operate credibly at both executive and hands-on technical levels.

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$129,400 – $194,000 · Posted 5 days ago

Senior Software Engineer responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure, fault-tolerant distributed systems for sequencing data transfer, storage, and management. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, evaluate component designs, collaborate across software teams, and drive innovation while troubleshooting complex customer issues. Required expertise in C# and .NET/Core with 5+ years of software development experience; strong background in distributed systems patterns, testing frameworks, and quality practices essential.

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$114,000 – $239,400 · Posted 6 days ago

Lead hardware and firmware integration for Tesla's cell manufacturing equipment, performing system validation from PCBA design through production deployment. Debug complex HW/SW interactions across power electronics and battery systems, create automated test infrastructure, and drive root-cause analysis on field escalations. Partner cross-functionally with electrical, manufacturing, and process engineering teams to ensure functional, performance, safety, and reliability requirements are met across Formation and Cell Qualification equipment.

San DiegoLast seen 6 days ago
$205,489 – $244,000 · Posted 6 days ago

Senior Staff Software Engineer leading teams to improve engineering efficiency and product quality in software development for 5G and RAN optimization. Designs and implements scalable software solutions, manages software architecture to meet performance and scalability demands of cellular networks, and serves as a tech lead owning project outcomes. Works with site reliability engineers to translate telecom requirements into robust code, applies distributed systems and AI knowledge, and mentors development teams through deep technical expertise. Requires 6+ years of experience with a Master's degree or 8+ years with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

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$178,400 – $267,600 · Posted 6 days ago

Qualcomm is seeking an AI Performance Engineer to optimize and deploy machine learning models for inference acceleration on cloud AI hardware. The role involves converting and optimizing language models, vision models, and diffusion models using PyTorch and ONNX, analyzing performance bottlenecks, and designing efficient kernels in Triton. You will collaborate with compiler, firmware, and platform teams to map next-generation AI workloads onto hardware, working across the full product lifecycle from research to commercial deployment. The position requires deep expertise in transformer architectures, inference optimization techniques, computer architecture, ML accelerators, and distributed systems.

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$180,600 – $271,000 · Posted 6 days ago

Senior Staff Firmware Development Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and verifying CPU power management firmware for Qualcomm SoCs in pre-silicon and post-silicon environments. Requires 6+ years of software engineering experience, deep expertise in embedded firmware development with C/assembly, RTOS/OS kernel driver development, and ARM v8 architecture. Will collaborate with hardware teams, contribute to open-source communities, mentor engineers, and participate in platform bring-up, boot, RAS, debug, security, and runtime services across multiple verticals.

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Staff Software Engineer role leading the design, development, and evolution of networking software for Teradata's massively parallel processing (MPP) platform. Responsibilities include architecting scalable and fault-tolerant networking software for high-speed, low-latency interconnects, evaluating emerging technologies (DPUs, accelerators, interconnect fabrics), leading complex debugging and root-cause analysis across hardware/firmware/OS/networking layers, and mentoring engineers. Required expertise: HPC and distributed systems development, Linux kernel and driver development in C, InfiniBand and Ethernet networking with RDMA/RoCE, TCP/IP and UDP networking, packet-level analysis tools, high-throughput low-latency protocol design, and proficiency in C, Bash, and Python.

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$114,266 – $171,400 · Posted 6 days ago

Senior Automated Test Engineer designing and scaling advanced automated testing and CI/CD infrastructure for autonomous unmanned aircraft and robotic platforms. The role involves developing test frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and verification tooling across distributed systems including flight code, simulation environments, ground control stations, and hardware-in-the-loop systems. You will work with Python automation, UI/API testing in Go and TypeScript, GitLab CI/CD, and collaborate with software, autonomy, and systems engineering teams to ensure mission-critical reliability and rapid iteration. Experience with autonomy, aerospace, safety-critical systems, and AI-assisted development is valued.

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