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McKesson

Software Developer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$110K - $183K/yr

Typically 4+ years of relevant professional experience Critical Skills (Must Have) * 4+ years of professional software engineering experience * Strong (4+ years) handson experience building backend ...

McKesson

Software Developer

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

$110K - $183K/yr

Typically 4+ years of relevant professional experience Critical Skills (Must Have) * 4+ years of professional software engineering experience * Strong (4+ years) handson experience building backend ...

1 point system

Software Developer

New Albany, OH · On-site

Dev Skills required: - .NET skills, both C# and VB - Windows Services development in .NET - ASP.NET WebAPI - ASP.NET Webforms - Blazor - .NET ORM/Micro ORM (Entity Framework, Dapper, RepoDb) - HTML ...

Battelle

Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

Our projects are non-standard, highly customized, and will push you to new levels as a software developer. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the software development life cycle ...

OSI Engineering, Inc.

Software Engineer

Raymond, OH · On-site

We''re seeking an experienced Software Engineer to design and develop next-generation user experience (UX) applications that enhance customer engagement and support the evolution of cloud-connected ...

Navtech, Inc.

.Net Developer with C#, SOA

Columbus, OH · On-site

$100K - $116K/yr

The senior software engineer engages directly with IT management and development teams to ensure the successful design, development, and delivery of technology-based solutions. Responsibilities • ...

JumpMind, LLC

UK Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

Software Engineer Requisition Title: Software Engineer Location: UK based, Hybrid from Home ... Understanding of Agile methodologies, CI/CD practices, and DevOps concepts.

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How much do entry software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry software developer in Columbus, OH is $96,846.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,300.00 and $102,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects and technologies are entry software developers typically assigned to when starting out?

As an entry software developer, you can expect to work on foundational tasks such as bug fixes, feature enhancements, or simple modules within larger applications. You will often be introduced to the company's tech stack, which may include popular programming languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript, and tools for version control and collaboration, such as Git and Jira. These initial assignments are designed to help you become familiar with the codebase and development workflow while supporting more experienced team members. Collaboration with mentors and participation in code reviews are common, providing learning opportunities and feedback to help you grow in your role.

What is an entry software developer?

Entry software developers are professionals who are new to the software development field, typically with less than two years of experience. They are responsible for writing, testing, and maintaining code under the supervision of more experienced developers. Entry-level developers often work on smaller tasks or projects while learning best practices, tools, and methodologies used in software engineering. This role is ideal for recent graduates or individuals transitioning into tech, as it provides foundational experience and growth opportunities within a development team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry software developer?

To thrive as an Entry Software Developer, you need a solid understanding of programming languages (such as Java, Python, or JavaScript), algorithms, and data structures, usually backed by a computer science degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with development tools like Git, integrated development environments (IDEs), and basic knowledge of databases or cloud platforms is typically expected. Strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills enable new developers to contribute efficiently to projects, adapt to evolving technologies, and collaborate successfully within development teams.

Can I be an entry software developer with no experience?

Entry-level software developer positions often do not require prior professional experience and focus on fundamental programming skills, such as knowledge of languages like Java, Python, or C++, and understanding of basic software development concepts. Candidates can improve their chances by completing relevant coursework, personal projects, or certifications to demonstrate their skills. Employers may also consider internships or coding bootcamps as valuable experience for these roles.
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Infographic showing various Entry Software Developer job openings in Columbus, OH as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,846 per year, or $46.6 per hour.

Software Developer

McKesson

Columbus, OH • On-site, Remote

$110K - $183K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

McKesson rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.

Join a backend integration team responsible for building, onboarding, and maintaining integrations with EHR health systems. In this role, you'll design and support reliable, scalable backend services that enable critical healthcare workflows. You'll work closely with product managers and fellow engineers in a highly collaborative environment, contributing to wellscoped features while continuing to grow technical depth and system knowledge.

This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys backend development, distributed systems, and crossfunctional collaboration, and who values code quality, operational reliability, and continuous learning.

What You'll Do

  • Build and maintain backend services that support EHR integrations

  • Contribute to onboarding new integrations and improving operational reliability

  • Collaborate closely with product managers on solution design and delivery

  • Pair regularly with teammates and participate in code reviews

  • Own and deliver wellscoped features with guidance from senior engineers

  • Communicate progress, risks, and tradeoffs clearly with the team

Priority will be given to candidates who reside in the Columbus, OH metropolitan area. This role will allow for remote working.

We are unable to prove sponsorship for this role, presently or in the future.

Minimum Qualifications

Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.

Experience & Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or another STEM field, or equivalent practical experience

  • Typically 4+ years of relevant professional experience

Critical Skills (Must Have)

  • 4+ years of professional software engineering experience

  • Strong (4+ years) handson experience building backend services

  • Proficiency in C# and TypeScript

  • Experience(4+ years)with Ruby, React, and JavaScript (legacy/supporting systems)

  • Experience working with Kafka or similar eventdriven / messaging platforms

  • Experience designing, building, or supporting system integrations

  • Ability to produce maintainable, highquality code

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

  • Experience with Ruby, React, or JavaScript in legacy or supporting systems

  • Experience supporting production systems with reliability and operational ownership

  • Exposure to healthcare systems, EHR platforms, or regulated environments

  • Comfort pairing or mobbing as part of a collaborative engineering culture

Level Expectations

Engineers at this level are expected to:

  • Independently deliver assigned work

  • Write clean, maintainable, and welltested code

  • Communicate clearly about progress, risks, and dependencies

  • Collaborate actively with engineers and product partners

  • Continue building technical depth and system understanding

Collaboration & Culture

  • Comfortable pairing and working crossfunctionally

  • Demonstrates accountability, curiosity, and empathy

  • Values feedback, learning, and continuous improvement

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, pleaseclick here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$110,300 - $183,800

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.


McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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