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Contractual Scientific Software Developer Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN

Xcel Engineering

Full Stack Developer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).3+ years of professional full-stack development experienceJavaScript, TypeScript ...

Xcel Engineering

Full Stack Developer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 3+ years of professional full-stack development experience * JavaScript ...

ITR

Full Stack Developer

Knoxville, TN

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). * 3+ years of professional full-stack development experience * Demonstrated ...

Cadre5

Software Engineer- Vue

Knoxville, TN

ORNL delivers scientific discoveries and technical breakthroughs needed to realize solutions in ... Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices * Containerization technologies (Docker ...

ITR

Full Stack Developer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field * 5+ years of professional experience in front-end or full-stack development * Strong proficiency in: * JavaScript

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How much do contractual scientific software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual scientific software developer in Oak Ridge, TN is $97,994.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,000.00 and $109,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Scientific Software Developer vs Scientific Software Engineer?

AspectContractual Scientific Software DeveloperScientific Software Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Physics, or related fields; often contract-basedBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, Physics, or related fields; full-time employment
Work EnvironmentProject-based, often freelance or temporary contractsFull-time, in research labs, universities, or industry
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, government agencies, biotech firmsResearch institutions, industry R&D departments, academia

While both roles involve developing scientific software, Contractual Scientific Software Developers typically work on short-term projects under contract, focusing on specific deliverables. Scientific Software Engineers usually hold full-time positions, contributing to ongoing research and development efforts within organizations. The choice depends on employment preference and project scope.

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Software Developer

Science Applications International Corporation

Oak Ridge, TN • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

SAIC rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 225 rated it services

Job description


SAIC's STG is seeking a talented and motivated Mid-Level Software Developer to join our growing team focused on the design, development, and deployment of a next-generation Agentic AI Platform. In this role, you will contribute to building intelligent, autonomous agent frameworks and modern web applications that support complex decision-making workflows. You will work across the full development stack - from crafting intuitive front-end user experiences to building robust backend services and cloud infrastructure components. This role can be worked remotely anywhere in the United States. Candidates must have the ability to get a secret clearance.
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain front-end web applications using modern web technologies and low-code platforms.
  • Build and style responsive, user-friendly interfaces within the MendixI platform, ensuring a polished and effective user experience.
  • Develop and maintain backend REST services and business logic to support platform capabilities and agentic AI workflows.
  • Contribute to the development of agentic AI components, including integration with frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, and LangSmith.
  • Support development and deployment of cloud-based services and infrastructure on AWS, leveraging tools such as OpenSearch, SageMaker, Lambda, and SQS.
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Packer, and Terragrunt.
  • Collaborate with AI/ML engineers, architects, and product owners to translate requirements into scalable, production-ready solutions
  • Support testing, debugging, and performance optimization of platform components
  • Maintain documentation for system architecture, APIs, and development processes

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field and 2 years of experience. Masters and 0 years.
  • 2-5 years of professional software development experience
  • Experience building front-end web applications using core web technologies: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Experience developing backend services and APIs, including RESTful service design and complex business logic implementation, using languages such as Python, Java, or NodeJS
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative agile environment
  • Pass CompTIA Security Plus Examination within 90 Days of Employment
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, no dual citizenship
  • Candidates must have the ability to get a secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ReactJS for building modern, component-based web applications. Familiarity with low-code development platforms, particularly Mendix (note: team training on Mendix is provided). Ability to effectively style and design front-end applications for usability and visual consistency
  • Python development experience, particularly for backend service development. Hands-on experience with Agentic AI frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, and/or LangSmith. Familiarity with multi-agent orchestration, autonomous workflow design, or LLM integration patterns
  • Experience with AWS cloud services, including one or more of the following: OpenSearch, SageMaker, Lambda, SQS
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, including: Terraform, Packer, Terragrunt
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices

About Us
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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