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Saalex

Software Developer

Ridgecrest, CA · On-site

$75 - $120/hr

You will work in a collaborative, cross‑functional team providing software engineering and lifecycle assistance for crucial aircraft tracking and aircrew training software utilized by the Navy, Air ...

Tanius Technology, LLC

Software Developer

Alamo, CA · On-site

They are seeking a Software Developer to work on various problems across the software stack, providing opportunities to write production code from day one and see the direct impact of their work.

Saalex Corp.

Software Developer

Ridgecrest, CA · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

You will work in a collaborative, cross‑functional team providing software engineering and lifecycle assistance for crucial aircraft tracking and aircrew training software utilized by the Navy, Air ...

AllSTEM Connections

Software Developer - II

Pescadero, CA · On-site

$164K - $185K/yr

Software Developer II (Python API & Enterprise Integration) Role Overview We are seeking an enthusiastic and results-driven Software Developer II to support the development, integration, and ...

psudo

As a software developer, you'll be the brain behind crafting, developing, testing, going live and maintaining the system. You are passionate in understanding the business context for features built ...

Lorven Technologies

Software Developer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Software Developer Location: San Jose, CA - Onsite Contract role Tech Stack: Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Dynamics, Databricks, SnapLogic, Middleware Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled ...

Mercor

Software Developer

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$50 - $65/hr

Software Engineer, Full Stack (Python, Java, Rust, C#, C++) Type: Contract Compensation: $50-$65/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 40 hours/week Role Responsibilities * Build and ship full-stack ...

Mercor

Software Developer

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$25 - $30/hr

Software Engineer, Full Stack -- India Type: Contract Compensation: $25-$30/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 40 hours/week Role Responsibilities * Build and ship full-stack applications, services ...

General Atomics

Software Developer IV

Poway, CA · On-site

$105K - $189K/yr

General Atomics is seeking a seasoned Software Developer to join the team in Poway, CA. Your work will directly support flight and mission-critical capabilities deployed in complex operational ...

General Atomics

Software Developer V

San Diego, CA · On-site

$116K - $208K/yr

The Software Developer guides the successful completion of a program(s) and may function in a project leadership role. They formulates plans, typically long term, for application development and ...

General Atomics

Software Developer IV

Poway, CA · On-site

$105K - $189K/yr

General Atomics is seeking a seasoned Software Developer to join the team in Poway, CA. Your work will directly support flight and mission-critical capabilities deployed in complex operational ...

General Atomics

Software Developer V

San Diego, CA · On-site

The Software Developer guides the successful completion of a program(s) and may function in a project leadership role. They formulates plans, typically long term, for application development and ...

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How much do hourly software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly software developer in California is $110,380.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,800.00 and $128,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an hourly software developer?

An Hourly Software Developer is a software professional who works and gets paid based on the number of hours they contribute to a project instead of a fixed salary. These developers are often hired for freelance, contract, or temporary positions to assist with specific development tasks. They may work on designing, coding, testing, or maintaining software solutions for businesses. Hourly developers offer flexibility for both employers and workers, making it easier to scale development efforts as needed. This type of role is common in remote and gig-based work environments.

What does an hourly software developer's typical work schedule look like?

Hourly Software Developers often have flexible schedules, with hours that can range from set shifts to project-based timelines, depending on employer or client needs. In many cases, developers may work remotely, collaborating with team members through online platforms and attending scheduled meetings or check-ins. The work structure encourages regular progress updates and communication to ensure milestones are met efficiently. This hourly model can provide work-life balance and adaptability, while still requiring accountability and consistent productivity to meet project deadlines.

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

To excel as an Hourly Software Developer, you should have strong programming skills, a solid understanding of software development methodologies, and relevant education or proven experience in the field. Familiarity with common frameworks, code repositories (such as Git), and knowledge of industry-standard languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript are routinely expected. Effective time management, adaptability, and clear communication help developers succeed in dynamic work environments and coordinate with project stakeholders. These skills ensure developers can deliver quality work efficiently and reliably, which is critical for roles with hourly accountability.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Software Developer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 36% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,380 per year, or $53.1 per hour.

Software Developer

Tao Digital Solutions, Inc.

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$264K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

JOB INFORMATION
Job Title of Opening: Software Developer
Salary: $264,514 per Year
Full Time Hours: 40
Scheduled Days: Monday - Friday
Position is for a Software Developer (internal title: Senior DevOps Engineer) responsible for designing, developing, and updating enterprise-level software applications for corporate clients. Duties include, but are not limited to: Architect and maintain scalable CI/CD pipelines for microservices across development, staging, and production environments; Build and deploy containerized applications using Infrastructure-as-Code principles; Manage Git repositories and enforce secure, policy-driven branching and merge strategies; Design and implement MLOps pipelines for automated model training, validation, and deployment; Integrate AI-based anomaly detection and predictive analytics in performance monitoring; Implement AI-driven AIOps workflows to auto-resolve incidents and improve system resilience; Configure and manage service mesh for secure, load-balanced microservice communication; Develop Helm charts and Kubernetes YAML templates for microservice lifecycle management; Administer and optimize ingress controllers for reliable API gateway and application routing; Implement progressive delivery strategies such as canary, blue/green, and shadow deployments using AI-based traffic shifting; Automate infrastructure provisioning and environment setup using declarative IaC templates; Set up real-time monitoring and alerting systems and applications with anomaly detection; Collaborate with Data Science teams to operationalize AI/ML models into production pipelines; and conduct root cause analysis and incident forensics using AI-based log correlation tools.
Requires a Master's Degree in Computer Science and 1 year of experience. Experience as a Infrastructure Engineer is acceptable, or any suitable combination of education, training or experience thereof. In lieu of this, employer will accept a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science and 5 years of progressive experience, or any suitable combination of education, training or experience thereof.
Location- Employee is permitted to work remotely from home residence, but may be required to travel to various unanticipated locations within the United States. The nature of this travel entails for driving successful data integration initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams for clients of the employer. It is not possible to anticipate the frequency of this travel. The frequency
of this travel will vary and be on an as-needed basis.

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