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Director Software Development Jobs in Tucson, AZ

Sr. Software Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$190K - $260K/yr

... engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct ... Highly proficient in modern software engineering practices for testability and readability * Highly ...

As Director of Engineering - AI, Software & Systems Engineering, you'll lead a multidisciplinary ... development * Practical technical depth across areas such as AI/ML, software engineering, systems ...

General Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site +1

$91K - $140K/yr

You will review the development and witness the execution of tests to ensure software meets ... Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. * New employees to the Department of the Navy ...

Senior Transportation Director

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Cultivate client relationships and pursue business development opportunities Qualifications, Skills ... other applicable software common to the field of transportation engineering * Experience in ...

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How much do director software development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for director software development in Tucson, AZ is $168,275.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $144,700.00 and $195,200.00 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 Tucson, AZ?

The most popular types of Software Development jobs in Tucson, AZ are:

What cities near Tucson, AZ are hiring for Director Software Development jobs?

Cities near Tucson, AZ with the most Director Software Development job openings:

Infographic showing various Director Software Development job openings in Tucson, AZ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $168,275 per year, or $80.9 per hour.

Sr. Software Engineer

Rincon Research Corp

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$190K - $260K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)?

At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital communication products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security.

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC) seeks a talented, tenacious, results driven individual to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with likeminded motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists who are collectively responsible for creating custom geolocation and digital communications systems in support of national security defense.

Core responsibilities include creative problem solving, researching or inventing advanced geolocation algorithms, implementing them in efficient software, testing with real-world data, and deploying to front-line customer facilities. RRC’s dynamic environment and diverse projects demand flexibility to learn new technologies quickly. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M.

Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing, geolocation, and communication systems for the future.

What are the primary responsibilities in the Sr. Software Engineer position?

Core responsibilities include designing real-time cloud processing solutions, implementing advanced signal processing and geolocation algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, and providing applications to front-line customer facilities. You create effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. You also will provide technical leadership and guidance to junior team members and mentor others engineers to grow in their technical abilities. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must.

What required background will make you successful?

  • Highly proficient in modern software engineering practices for testability and readability
  • Highly proficient in C++ and Python for engineering and scientific applications in LINUX environments
  • Experience providing technical leadership and guidance to junior team member and mentoring other engineers to grow in their technical abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to design the architecture of software systems to ensure they achieve functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements
  • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
  • Minimum 15 years' experience in software engineering-related discipline
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance
  • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED

Preferred background:

  • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP)
  • Agile development processes and leadership

Where is the position located?

This position can be located at our Centennial, CO; Chantilly, VA offices or our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position.

*The likely salary range for this position is $190,000 to $260,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

What benefits does RRC offer?

  • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
  • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care
  • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan
  • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP
  • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan
  • Employer discretionary contributions to the company’s 401(k) Plan

Rincon Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.