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Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

General Atomics

Software Developer II

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$81K - $141K/yr

Our systems apply state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning techniques to extract features ... National Tactical Software Engineering staff design, develop and deploy novel track fusion and ...

General Atomics

Software Developer III

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$98K - $171K/yr

Our systems apply state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning techniques to extract features ... GA-Intelligence is looking for an experienced Site Reliability Engineer to manage the configuration ...

General Atomics

Software Developer V

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$116K - $208K/yr

Our systems apply state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning techniques to extract features ... GA-Intelligence is looking for an experienced Site Reliability Engineer Lead to manage the ...

General Atomics

Data Scientist III

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$98K - $171K/yr

Work closely with software engineers to transition algorithms from prototype to production-quality implementations. * Collaborate with domain experts, system engineers, and technical leadership to ...

General Atomics

Data Scientist III

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

Work closely with software engineers to transition algorithms from prototype to production-quality implementations. * Collaborate with domain experts, system engineers, and technical leadership to ...

General Atomics

Data Scientist III

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$98K - $171K/yr

Partner with software engineers to transition algorithms from prototype to production Research Leadership: * Publish internal research on tracking advances and algorithmic innovations * Present ...

Varsity Tutors

Java Tutor

Charlottesville, VA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Skilled at breaking down class design, inheritance hierarchies, and algorithm implementation in ... software engineering. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with Java curricula ...

Nalley Consulting

Data Engineer - Sr

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

... algorithms. * Utilizing experience with large data Multi-INT analytics, ML, and automated ... software development ABOUT NALLEY CONSULTING Nalley Consulting is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned ...

Nalley Consulting

Data Engineer - Sr

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

Experience in the development of algorithms leveraging Python and SQL * Experience with Python data ... Experience with Agile software development ABOUT NALLEY CONSULTING Nalley Consulting is a Service ...

NALLEY CONSULTING

Data Engineer - Sr

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$107K - $128K/yr

... algorithms. • Utilizing experience with large data Multi-INT analytics, ML, and automated ... software development Company : Nalley Consulting provides consulting services to federal and state ...

General Atomics

Devops Engineer IV

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$52.25 - $71.75/hr

Our systems apply state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning techniques to extract features ... We are looking for someone who can further improve our deployment process as well as our software ...

General Atomics

Devops Engineer IV

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$98K - $171K/yr

Our systems apply state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning techniques to extract features ... We are looking for someone who can further improve our deployment process as well as our software ...

General Atomics

Devops Engineer III

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$52.25 - $71.75/hr

Our systems apply state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning techniques to extract features ... Offers technical support where needed, developing software for our back-end systems. * Stays ...

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As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance algorithmic trading software developer in Charlottesville, VA is $110,957.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,300.00 and $129,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectFreelance Algorithmic Trading Software DeveloperQuantitative Analyst
CredentialsProgramming skills, trading platform knowledge, possibly certifications like CQFMathematics, statistics, finance degrees, certifications like CFA
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote, project-basedOffice-based, team-oriented, financial institutions
Industry UsageDevelops trading algorithms for clients or own tradingAnalyzes financial data to inform trading strategies

While both roles involve quantitative skills and financial markets, Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developers focus on building and implementing trading algorithms independently, often working remotely. Quantitative Analysts typically analyze data within financial firms to develop trading strategies, often working in team environments. The roles overlap in technical skills but differ in scope and work setting.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Algorithmic Trading Software Developer job openings in Charlottesville, VA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,957 per year, or $53.3 per hour.

Software Developer II

General Atomics

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

$81K - $141K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

General Atomics rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 71 rated aerospace companies

Job description

Job Summary
GA Intelligence develops best-in-class global situational awareness capabilities that process petabytes of data from diverse sources in near real time. Our systems apply state-of-the-art algorithms and machine learning techniques to extract features, fuse data and form a rich live view of objects across land, sea and sky. We empower decision makers to solve meaningful challenges through innovative data science and scalable software engineering.
GA Intelligence is looking for a Cleared Software Engineer to join our Federal Portfolio in the National Tactical Department. National Tactical Software Engineering staff design, develop and deploy novel track fusion and management products for Intelligence Community and Department of Defense partners. They distill complex multi-domain data feeds into sophisticated visualizations, orchestration and optimization for battlefield situational awareness, analysis, command and control. Our rapidly growing suite of federal products are used by thousands of intelligence analysts and military personnel around the globe to counter new and emerging threats to national security.
*The team is open to hiring in either our Chantilly or Charlottesville locations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Design and develop enterprise-wide Java applications for battlefield command and control, geospatial data management, exploitation, visualization, and analysis.
  • Research and develop new software processing concepts for situational awareness and battlefield optimization.
  • Maintain existing capabilities deployed to customer facilities and AWS cloud environments.
  • Develop test scripts and frameworks to verify functionality and produce high quality software deliverables.
  • Communicate effectively with customers, management, and other engineering teams in secure environments.
  • Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Observe all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in computer science, information systems or related discipline and two or more years progressive software development experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Strong foundation in mathematics, computer networking, communication protocols, and/or data exchange formats.
  • Experience developing Java code in production environments.
  • Experience with software development in Linux.
  • Familiarity with AWS-hosted environments, Docker containerization and execution through Kubernetes.
  • An understanding of formal software engineering principles including design, documentation, ticketing systems, version control and Agile methodologies.

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About General Atomics

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955

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