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Director Software Development Jobs in Baltimore, MD

Wyetech

Software Engineer 3

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$63.25 - $84.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role will have direct customer interaction, including product demonstrations, and daily scrum ... Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development ...

Wyetech

Software Engineer 3

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$57 - $76.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This role will have direct customer interaction, including product demonstrations, and daily scrum ... Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development ...

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How much do director software development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for director software development in Baltimore, MD is $176,847.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $152,000.00 and $205,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Software Development vs Software Engineering Manager?

AspectDirector Software DevelopmentSoftware Engineering Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple teams, strategic planning, and long-term goalsManages day-to-day team operations, project delivery, and technical guidance
FocusHigh-level leadership, cross-team coordination, and business alignmentTeam management, technical mentorship, and project execution
Required CredentialsBachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related, extensive experience, leadership skillsBachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related, strong technical background, leadership experience

The main difference is that the Director Software Development focuses on strategic leadership and overseeing multiple teams, while the Software Engineering Manager concentrates on managing individual teams and project execution. Both roles require technical expertise and leadership skills, but the director role involves broader organizational responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Software Development jobs in Baltimore, MD?

The most popular types of Software Development jobs in Baltimore, MD are:

What cities near Baltimore, MD are hiring for Director Software Development jobs?

Cities near Baltimore, MD with the most Director Software Development job openings:

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Infographic showing various Director Software Development job openings in Baltimore, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $176,847 per year, or $85 per hour.

Software Engineer 3 - Linux/Bash/Python/Rust/NoSQL/Docker/Kubernetes/Helm

Captivation Software

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 5 hours ago

Job description

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a senior level software engineer who shall be responsible for developing, sustaining, and troubleshooting the project's software suite of applications and possibly future capabilities as mission needs arise. Software development activities include implementation, testing, and integration with other COTS, GOTS, and FOSS products, packages, and libraries.

Requirements
Security Clearance:
  • Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
  • Nine (9) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
Required Skills:
  • Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux tools
  • Experience developing scripts using Bash
  • Recent Python (3.x) software development experience
  • Experience with Rust programming concepts, or a willingness and aptitude to learn Rust
  • Experience with NoSQL databases including MongoDB
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and containers
  • Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes
  • Experience creating Helm Charts to deploy containerized services on Kubernetes
  • Familiar with Messaging Frameworks including RabbitMQ
  • Familiar with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI
  • Familiar with IaC principles, methodologies, and tools such as Ansible
  • Experience with Git Source Control System
Desired Skills:
  • Experience with SQL databases including PostgreSQL
  • Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and Confluence

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

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