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Entry Level Nonprofit Software Engineer Jobs in California

They make it possible to build, test, launch, and run constellations of satellites for a wide variety of missions. Entry-level software engineers are expected to bring significant skills and training ...

They make it possible to build, test, launch, and run constellations of satellites for a wide variety of missions. Entry-level software engineers are expected to bring significant skills and training ...

They make it possible to build, test, launch, and run constellations of satellites for a wide variety of missions. Entry-level software engineers are expected to bring significant skills and training ...

... Entry Level Software Engineer Why we need you We're at a pivotal moment with a roadmap brimming with opportunity. We're looking for ambitious junior engineers and new graduates who are eager to ...

Software Engineer, Entry Level Company: Koop Position: Software Engineer Type: Full-Time Location: San Francisco, CA (in-person) You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident to qualify for the ...

We're looking for a software engineer to join our team and solve impactful problems alongside experienced engineers. As an engineer on the Setup team, you'll contribute to feature development and bug ...

Join to apply for the Software Engineer role at Voltai . This range is provided by Voltai. Your ... Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information ...

We're looking for a software engineer to join our team and solve impactful problems alongside experienced engineers. As an engineer on the Setup team, you'll contribute to feature development and bug ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Nonprofit Software Engineer vs Nonprofit Software Developer?

AspectEntry Level Nonprofit Software EngineerNonprofit Software Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field; some coding experienceBachelor's in CS or related field; coding skills
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, collaborative teamsNonprofit organizations, project-based roles
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in nonprofits with tech needsUsed interchangeably in nonprofits
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level tech roles in nonprofitsSimilar roles focusing on software development in nonprofits

Both roles involve coding and working within nonprofit organizations, often requiring similar educational backgrounds. The main difference lies in job titles used by employers; "Software Engineer" may imply a broader scope of responsibilities, while "Software Developer" emphasizes coding tasks. Both positions are suitable for entry-level candidates seeking to contribute to nonprofit tech projects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Nonprofit Software Engineer jobs in California?

The most popular types of Nonprofit Software Engineer jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Entry Level Nonprofit Software Engineer jobs?

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Nonprofit Software Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution.

Software Engineer, Entry-Level

San Jose, CA

Muon Space
Space Research Administration • 11 - 50 employees

$142K - $169K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

About the role

Software Engineers at Muon work on embedded software on satellites and test equipment, physics simulations, customer-facing APIs and services, user interfaces, scheduling algorithms, data pipelines, computer vision, signal processing, cloud systems and more. They make it possible to build, test, launch, and run constellations of satellites for a wide variety of missions.

Entry-level software engineers are expected to bring significant skills and training, and then to quickly develop into experts in their domains to accelerate Muon's Mission with high quality software and systems. They must be a high performer ready to work in an exciting, fast-paced environment that values continuous improvement, embraces taking risks, and crafts the right solutions to delight our customers.

This position is hybrid and requires working on-site in our San Jose, CA office three days per week.

Responsibilities
  • Take ownership of the code for a new software capability on ground or in space
  • Propose and iterate on the design for software components
  • Write tests and monitoring to validate correctness of one's own code
  • Conduct analysis to support both development and testing
  • Quickly learn new skills, technology and techniques
  • Communicate clearly and accurately
  • Complete work in a timely manner
Required Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace engineering, computational mathematics or a related field
  • Proficient in C++, Python, TypeScript or a similar high-level language
  • Coursework or relevant experience in operating systems, algorithms, data structures, physics and statistics
Desirable Qualifications
  • Expertise in embedded software, network protocols, hardware and software testing, FPGA programming, GPU programming or other relevant disciplines
  • Experience with satellites, robots, or other autonomous systems
  • Previous experience on technical project teams (i.e. programming, robotics or rocket club, etc.)
  • Understanding of orbital mechanics
  • Experience with mathematical optimization, machine learning, signal processing or advanced algorithms
  • Experience with cloud environments and distributed systems
  • Advanced coursework or experience in physics, statistics, distributed systems, or embedded software
Salary

The salary range for this role is $142,000 - $169,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process.