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Maven LLC

Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · Hybrid

We have a Direct Hire opportunity for a Software Engineer in Columbus, OH and will be a hybrid model! You'll be working with a small development team leveraging an existing code base for a Node JS ...

Talent Wave Associates

Software Engineer

Toledo, OH · On-site

They are seeking a Software Engineer to develop, configure, and support critical manufacturing ... Talent Wave Associates is a staffing and recruiting agency that offers direct placement, staff ...

The Reserves Network Inc

Software Engineer

Westlake, OH

$75K - $85K/yr

Associate/Junior Software Engineer Job Type- Direct Hire- 100% onsite Location- Westlake, OH Salary- $75K-$85K + annual bonus Benefits- Health, dental, vision, 401K (5% match), $5000 in childcare ...

Maven LLC

Principal Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$130K - $174K/yr

This role is a Direct Hire opportunity for a fast-growing company here in Columbus, OH with plenty ... years of software engineering experience, with a record of leading large, complex projects.

The Hiring Method, LLC

C++ Software Engineer

Dayton, OH · On-site

$130K - $186K/yr

Most importantly, you should be motivated by the opportunity to apply sophisticated software engineering to challenging classified work with a direct national-security mission. Why This ...

Frey Consulting Group

C++ Software Engineer

Dayton, OH · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Most importantly, you should be motivated by the opportunity to apply sophisticated software engineering to challenging classified work with a direct national-security mission. Why This Opportunity

The Reserves Network

Software Engineer

Westlake, OH

$75K - $95K/yr

Associate/Junior Software Engineer Job Type- Direct Hire- 100% onsite Location- Westlake, OH Salary- $75K-$85K + annual bonus Benefits- Health, dental, vision, 401K (5% match), $5000 in childcare ...

giftHEALTH Inc

Staff Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$164K - $205K/yr

Position Summary Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Staff Software Engineer is a senior individual contributor responsible for designing, building, and scaling critical software systems ...

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Software Engineer I

Dayton, OH · On-site

$82K - $112K/yr

As a Software Engineer I, you will assist in the development and maintenance of software systems ... Turn business requirements into working prototypes and iterate based on direct user feedback.

giftHEALTH Inc

Lead Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$152K - $190K/yr

Position Summary Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Lead Senior Software Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of scalable software solutions while ...

ApplyMint

Software Engineer I

Dayton, OH · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

As a Software Engineer I, you will assist in the development and maintenance of software systems ... Turn business requirements into working prototypes and iterate based on direct user feedback.

Gifthealth Inc

Lead Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · Remote

$152K - $190K/yr

Position Summary Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Lead Senior Software Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of scalable software solutions while ...

Gifthealth

Lead Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

Position Summary Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Lead Senior Software Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of scalable software solutions while ...

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How much do director software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for director software engineer in Ohio is $231,891.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $240,500.00 and $240,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director software engineer?

A Director Software Engineer is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing multiple software development teams and driving the technical vision for an organization. They collaborate with other executives to align engineering initiatives with business goals and ensure high-quality software delivery. Their responsibilities often include strategic planning, mentoring engineering managers, setting technical standards, and managing budgets. This role requires extensive experience in software engineering as well as strong leadership and communication skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director software engineer?

To thrive as a Director Software Engineer, you need deep expertise in software development, architecture, and leadership, often supported by a computer science degree and extensive industry experience. Familiarity with cloud platforms, project management tools like Jira, and knowledge of scalable systems are typically required, along with certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or PMP. Outstanding communication, strategic thinking, and team-building abilities make someone stand out in this leadership position. These skills are crucial to effectively guide engineering teams, drive technical vision, and deliver high-quality software solutions aligned with organizational goals.

How does a director software engineer balance technical leadership with people management responsibilities?

As a Director Software Engineer, you'll often find yourself balancing hands-on technical oversight with strategic team leadership. This means guiding architectural decisions, reviewing code, and setting engineering best practices, while also mentoring team leads, supporting professional development, and managing performance. It's common to spend time aligning engineering efforts with business goals, collaborating with product and design teams, and removing roadblocks for your teams. Success in this role comes from strong communication skills, delegation, and an ability to build a healthy engineering culture alongside delivering technical excellence.

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Infographic showing various Director Software Engineer job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $231,891 per year, or $111.5 per hour.

Software Engineer/Principal Software Engineer (AHT)

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Beavercreek, OH • On-site

$103K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Northrop Grumman rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 370 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

65th of 546 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Defining Possible in software, DevOps, and the cloud.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) in Beavercreek, Ohio is seeking Full Stack Web Developers with DevSecOps and automation experience. We are looking for engineers who enjoy building high-quality software, automating everything they can, and working in modern cloud and microservices environments.
You will participate in the full software development lifecycle with a concentration in software engineering for web-based systems integrated into a microservice, cloud-based architecture. You will work closely with other software developers and stakeholders to:
What You'll Do
  • Support the team in delivering high-quality software on schedule.
  • Complete work both independently and as part of an Agile team.
  • Solve complex problems through innovative and creative solutions.
  • Collaborate with software designers and engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of software systems.
  • Regularly demonstrate progress to customers and stakeholders.

Candidates may be considered for Software Engineer (Level 2) or Principal Software Engineer (Level 3) based on qualifications and experience.
Basic Qualifications
  • Software Engineer (Level 2):
    • High school diploma with a minimum of 6 years of software development experience
      OR bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with a minimum of 2 years of software development experience
      OR master's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with 0 years of experience
  • Principal Software Engineer (Level 3):
    • High school diploma with a minimum of 9 years of software development experience
      OR bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with a minimum of 5 years of software development experience
      OR master's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with a minimum of 3 years of software development experience
  • Experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD automation
  • Experience with Helm and Kubernetes
  • Exposure to / experience with microservices, Swagger, and API definitions
  • Working knowledge of Agile development processes
  • Experience with modern IDE tools and testing mechanisms
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with small technical teams
  • Ability to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish project results
  • Ability to comprehend and analyze complex problems and develop solutions
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with one or more of the following technologies:
    • Angular
    • React
    • TypeScript
    • Java
    • Python
    • Rust
    • Docker
    • Kubernetes
    • Elastic
    • jQuery
    • Bootstrap
    • Jira
    • GitLab Pipelines
  • Experience with relational, graph, or document databases
  • Demonstrated use of Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) and configuration management tools (e.g., Git, Bitbucket)
  • Experience working with Jira and GitLab
  • Experience working in an Agile software development environment

#PWRTA3
Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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