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Leidos

Senior Software Developer

Eagan, MN · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

Leidos is seeking Senior Software Developers to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the ... Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline ...

Leidos

Principal Software Developer

Eagan, MN

$131K - $237K/yr

Leidos is seeking Principal Software Developers to join the Air Traffic Business Area within the ... Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline ...

Nextern Inc.

Senior Software Engineer

Maple Grove, MN

$125K - $165K/yr

Our engineering teams thrive on collaboration, problem-solving, and bringing complex products from ... Unit and module level software testing experienc Benefits * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental ...

Nextern

Senior Software Engineer

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

Our engineering teams thrive on collaboration, problem-solving, and bringing complex products from ... Unit and module level software testing experienc Benefits * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental ...

Nextern

Senior Software Engineer

Maple Grove, MN · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

Our engineering teams thrive on collaboration, problem-solving, and bringing complex products from ... Unit and module level software testing experienc Benefits * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental ...

Nextern

Senior Software Engineer

Maple Grove, MN

$125K - $165K/yr

Our engineering teams thrive on collaboration, problem-solving, and bringing complex products from ... Unit and module level software testing experienc Benefits * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental ...

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As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for low level software developer in Minnesota is $109,542.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,100.00 and $127,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Bloomington, MN • On-site

$149K - $158K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

General Dynamics Mission Systems rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 191 rated software companies

Job description

Basic Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 8+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 6 years of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:
As an advanced software engineer, you'll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for developing full-stack embedded software with Realtime Operating Systems using agile methodologies that complies with customer requirements.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:
  • Strong experience with C/C++, particularly in hardware-centric embedded real-time systems.
  • Strong experience with Linux and other Operating Systems
  • Proven ability to perform requirements analysis, document software designs and write highly-reliabie and robust code to fulfill customer requirements.
  • Experience with UML/SysML.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, MagicDraw, DOORS

What sets you apart:
  • Skills and experience with low-level development, debugging, and troubleshooting.
  • Solid background in embedded software, Linux, RTOS, and HW/SW integration environments.
  • Familiarity with DO-178 compliant software engineering life-cycle experience is a plus.
  • Willingness to work with hardware specifications and leverage hardware interfaces..
  • Expertise in applying technology and technical skills to design and execute high quality and highly reliable software.
  • Creative thinker with demonstrated success in requirements analysis, design, coding and defect resolution.
  • Strong ability to collaborate with others and eager to learn.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others, with a focus on advancing best practices.
  • Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation.

Our Commitment to You:
  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is fully on-site.
While on-site, you will be a part of the GDMS Bloomington (MN) community.
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $149,831.00 - USD $158,024.00 /Yr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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