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Government Software Developer Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Engineer Principal, Software (SRE)

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$56.25 - $74.75/hr

... government agencies, and commercial enterprises across North America. Our teams deliver highscale ... Collaborate with development, QA, DevOps, and product teams to align on reliability goals and ...

... Software Environment: VB.NET C# Object Oriented Design MVC Visual Studio.NET MS Team Foundation Server Oracle PL-SQL Additional Comments: Previous work experience in government, insurance, accounting ...

FPGA Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

$131K - $168K/yr

... software, System Integration, Hardware Security, Xilinx, Simulation, IP core, Versal, Stratix ... S. Government Security Clearance FPGA Engineer The EndoSec FPGA Engineer is responsible for the ...

... government customer programs in Grantsburg, WI. This role is an on-site position . Key Role ... Experience using Creo, Solidworks or similar high-end solid modelling software * Experience using ...

... government customer programs in Grantsburg, WI. This role is an on-site position . Key Role ... Experience using Creo, Solidworks or similar high-end solid modelling software * Experience using ...

FPGA Engineer

Madison, WI

$131K - $168K/yr

S. Government Security Clearance FPGA Engineer The EndoSec FPGA Engineer is responsible for the ... Hardware/Software Design: Work closely with other engineers to integrate FPGA designs with ...

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and ... Experience using Creo, Solidworks or similar high-end solid modelling software * Experience using ...

Controls Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

$84K - $108K/yr

... profile government and industrial security projects while expanding your expertise in software ... PLC & HMI/SCADA: Assist in programming PLCs (e.g. Schneider M251, Omron NX, Allen Bradley) and ...

$90K - $100K/yr

Technical/software development experience. * Experience in software development; experience (C# ... Must be able to obtain a background clearance as required by our government customers. Travel ...

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Government Software Developer information

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$112.9K

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How much do government software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for government software developer in Wisconsin is $112,891.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,800.00 and $131,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some unique challenges government software developers face compared to those in the private sector?

Government software developers often work within strict regulatory frameworks and security protocols, which can influence project timelines and the choice of technologies. Projects typically require thorough documentation and compliance with accessibility and data privacy standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—such as policy experts, procurement officers, and end-users—is common, and adapting to evolving government priorities can be both challenging and rewarding. These factors contribute to a work environment that values stability, public impact, and continuous learning.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Government Software Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Government Software Developer, you need strong programming skills, knowledge of secure software development practices, and often a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with languages like Java, Python, and .NET, as well as experience with government-specific systems, cloud platforms, and relevant security certifications (e.g., Security+ or CISSP) is valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and a collaborative mindset are important soft skills for working on complex, mission-critical projects. These competencies ensure reliable, secure, and compliant solutions for government operations and public services.

What does a Government Software Developer do?

A Government Software Developer designs, creates, and maintains software applications specifically for government agencies. Their work often involves developing secure and reliable systems for data management, public services, or internal operations. They must adhere to strict security, privacy, and regulatory standards unique to the public sector. In addition to coding, they may also collaborate with policy makers, IT professionals, and end-users to ensure the software meets the needs of the agency and the public.
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Infographic showing various Government Software Developer job openings in Wisconsin as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,891 per year, or $54.3 per hour.
Engineer Principal, Software (SRE)

Engineer Principal, Software (SRE)

FIS

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$56.25 - $74.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


FIS Global rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

146th of 205 rated software companies


Job description

Job Description

We are FIS. Our technology powers the world's economy and our teams bring innovation to life. We champion diversity to deliver the best products and solutions for our colleagues, clients and communities. If you're ready to start learning, growing and making an impact with a career in fintech, we'd like to know: Are you FIS?

NOTE:

1: This position is hybrid (3 days onsite) in our FIS Office locations in Jacksonville (FL), Milwaukee (WI) & Atlanta (GA).

2: Current or future Sponsorship is not available for this position.

About the Team:

The Commercial & BPaaSorganization at FIS is a missioncritical technology and services division that powers some of the largest financial institutions, government agencies, and commercial enterprises across North America. Our teams deliver highscale, highreliability platforms that support card manufacturing and personalization, item processing, backoffice banking operations, workforce automation, and nextgeneration Business ProcessasaService (BPaaS) solutions-serving more than 3,000 clients, including many of the top issuers and financial institutions in the industry.

Bringing together engineering, product, delivery, and commercialization functions, the Commercial & BPaaS group is designed to accelerate innovation while operating complex, highvolume systems that processbillions of transactions and items annually.

What you will be doing

  • As Principal SRE - define meaningful SLIs, SLOsfor owned services; tracks error budgets and burn rates.

  • Advanced scripting, CI/CD, container orchestration (Docker/Kubernetes).

  • Forecasts capacity for owned services; plans for growth.

  • Automates recurring workflows; maintains CI/CD pipelines.

  • Owns on-call for services; troubleshoots incidents independently.

  • Writes blameless postmortems; tracks follow-up actions.

  • Decision-making, conflict resolution, mentoring juniors.

  • Collaborate with development, QA, DevOps, and product teams to align on reliability goals and incident response processes.

  • Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and resource optimization.

  • Collaborate with security teams to implement best practices and ensure compliance.

  • Manage deployment pipelines and configuration management for consistent and reliable app deployments.

What you bring:

15+ years of experience in SRE, Software engineering and architecture in public cloud environments.

Performance and Reliability - Must Haves

  • Strong Knowledge in Performance Monitoring Tools like Dynatrace, Splunk and ability to create Dashboards, Views and Alerts.

  • Pattern Analysis and Correlation skillset.

  • Experience in middleware and ancillary technologies as per business need.

  • Experience with relational databases, and/or NoSQL databases.

  • Experience in SDLC and Agile Methodologies (Code Reviews, automated test cases etc).

  • Experience in Capacity Planning and Demand Forecasting.

Programming Skills and SRE Foundation

  • Knowledge in OS, Network, Middleware, Database, SSL, Load Balancer.

  • Must have knowledge in scripting language (Unix Shell, Windows Scripting, Python, Java, .NET...).

  • Knowledge in DevOPS (CI/CD), Perf Engg. will be nice to have for SRE role.

  • To have a knowledge in End-to-End Application Topology.

  • Knowledge in Cloud and Container Technologies.

Automation & Scalability

  • Hands on with at least one of (Unix/Windows Scripting, Python, Java, C++, C#).

  • Ability to Automate repetitive tasks - (Scripting, RPA, Power Automate, UiPath etc.).

  • Ability to implement AI models in Problem Solving and reduce MTTR.

  • Experience with relational databases, and/or NoSQL databases.

  • Strong Experience in Development and Implementation of Monitoring Tools like Dynatrace, Splunk and ability to create Dashboards, Views and Alerts.

  • Ability to identify and eliminate TOILs.

Product Delivery CI/CD & DevOps

  • Experience with Virtualization / Containerization in a production environment (e.g. Kubernetes, etc.).

  • Knowledge in DevOPS (CI/CD) and relevant tools (e.g. Jenkins).

  • Knowledge of configuration management systems like Ansible, Chef or Puppet.

Observability

  • Strong Problem-Solving Skills.

  • Pattern Analysis and Correlation skillset.

  • Strong Knowledge in Tools like Dynatrace, Splunk and ability to create Dashboards, Views and Alerts.

  • Experience in Reliability and Performance Engineering and Tools.

Soft Skills

  • Engineering Mindset with End to End view and provide solutions.

  • Passion for problem solving with strong analytical capabilities.

  • Strong and Assertive Communication.

  • Good Leadership skills.

  • To be more proactive than reactive.

  • Passion for Continuous Improvement.

Platform Maturity & Continuous Improvement

  • Banking / Payments Product Domain Knowledge.

  • Experience in Fintech working in Fintech Companies with rich Domain Experience.

  • Experience in middleware and ancillary technologies as per business need

  • Experience with Virtualization / Containerization in a production environment (e.g. Nomad, Mesos, Kubernetes, etc.).

  • Knowledge in OS, Network, Middleware, Database, SSL, Load Balancer.

  • Experience in driving and implementing SRE Principals.

What we offer you:

At FIS, we hire the best. In return, you receive exceptional benefits including:

  • Opportunities to innovate in fintech

  • Tools for personal and professional growth

  • Inclusive and diverse work environment

  • Resources to invest in your community

  • Competitive salary and benefits

NOTE:

1: This position is hybrid (3 days onsite) in our FIS Office locations in Jacksonville (FL), Milwaukee (WI) & Atlanta (GA).

2: Current or future Sponsorship is not available for this position.


Privacy Statement

FIS is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all personal information that we process in order to provide services to our clients. For specific information on how FIS protects personal information online, please see the Online Privacy Notice.

EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here


For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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About FIS

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FIS is a leader in technology and services that helps businesses and communities thrive by advancing commerce and the financial world. For over 50 years, FIS has continued to drive growth for clients around the world by creating tomorrow’s technology, solutions and services to modernize today’s businesses and customer experiences. By connecting merchants, banks and capital markets, we use our scale, apply our deep expertise and data-driven insights, innovate with purpose to solve for our clients’ future, and deliver experiences that are more simple, seamless and secure to advance the way the world pays, banks and invests. Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, FIS employs more than 55,000 people across 50+ countries, dedicated to helping our clients be ahead of what’s next. FIS offers more than 450 solutions and processes over $75b of transactions around the planet. FIS is a Fortune 500® company and is a member of Standard & Poor’s 500® Index.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Jacksonville , FL, US

Year founded

1968

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