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Contract Educational Software Developer Jobs in Rochelle, IL

Software V&V Lead

Rockford, IL ยท On-site

$116K - $145K/yr

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How much do contract educational software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract educational software developer in Rochelle, IL is $108,759.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $126,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Educational Software Developer vs Contract Educational Content Developer?

AspectContract Educational Software DeveloperContract Educational Content Developer
Primary FocusDeveloping, coding, and maintaining educational software applicationsCreating educational content such as lessons, curricula, and multimedia materials
Required SkillsProgramming, software design, technical troubleshootingContent creation, instructional design, multimedia editing
Work EnvironmentTech companies, e-learning platforms, educational software firmsEducational institutions, publishing companies, e-learning providers
Common CertificationsSoftware development certifications, coding bootcampsInstructional design certifications, teaching credentials

The Contract Educational Software Developer primarily focuses on building and maintaining software applications for education, requiring technical programming skills. In contrast, the Contract Educational Content Developer concentrates on creating educational materials and curricula. Both roles are essential in the e-learning industry but differ in skill sets and daily tasks.

What job categories do people searching Contract Educational Software Developer jobs in Rochelle, IL look for? The top searched job categories for Contract Educational Software Developer jobs in Rochelle, IL are:
Infographic showing various Contract Educational Software Developer job openings in Rochelle, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,759 per year, or $52.3 per hour.

Avionics Software Developer

Accord Technologies Inc.

Rockford, IL โ€ข On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

Title: Avionics Software Developer (ADA83/ADA95 & DO-178 Verification)
Location: Rockford, IL (Onsite)
Position type: Contract

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Avionics Software Developer with strong expertise in ADA83/ADA95 programming and DO-178C verification activities.
The role requires active contribution to coding, debugging, and verification of safety-critical avionics software, ensuring compliance with certification standards.


Key Responsibilities

Software Development (Primary Focus)

  • Design, develop, and maintain embedded avionics software using ADA83/ADA95
  • Perform coding, debugging, and optimization of real-time embedded systems
  • Work on low-level drivers, system interfaces, and application software
  • Support software integration with avionics hardware platforms

Verification & DO-178 Activities

  • Perform requirements-based verification as per DO-178C
  • Develop and execute: 
    • Test cases & procedures
    • Test scripts (manual/automated)
  • Conduct: 
    • Unit testing & integration testing
    • Structural coverage analysis (Statement, Decision, MC/DC)
  • Generate verification artifacts: 
    • Test reports
    • Traceability matrices
  • Support verification reviews and certification audits

Compliance & Quality

  • Ensure compliance with DO-178C (Level A/B preferred) processes
  • Maintain end-to-end traceability (requirements → code → test)
  • Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and audits

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Engineering / Electronics / Aerospace
  • 6+ years of experience in avionics or safety-critical embedded software
  • Strong experience in both development and verification environments

Mandatory Technical Skills

  • ADA83 / ADA95 programming (core requirement)
  • Strong embedded C / real-time systems understanding
  • Hands-on experience in: 
    • DO-178B/C verification processes
    • Requirements-based testing
    • Structural coverage (MC/DC mandatory for Level A)

Verification Tools Experience

  • LDRA / VectorCAST / RTRT / Cantata
  • DOORS or equivalent (requirements traceability)
  • Coverage tools (LDRA / similar)

Additional Technical Skills

  • Debugging tools: Lauterbach, JTAG, GDB
  • Configuration management: Git / ClearCase / SVN
  • Working knowledge of avionics buses: 
    • ARINC 429, ARINC 664, MIL-STD-1553

Preferred Experience

  • Experience working on legacy ADA codebases and enhancements
  • Exposure to Collins Aerospace avionics systems/programs
  • Familiarity with CI/CD in embedded environments