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Low Level Software Developer Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

Toyon

Senior Software Engineer

Goleta, CA

$130K - $190K/yr

The experienced software engineer will design, develop, and perform analysis utilizing GIS tools ... level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of ...

Compal USA, INC

Software Test Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

$110 - $150/hr

... other low-visibility environments. By combining infrared cameras, AI algorithms, and advanced ... ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Test Software Development Engineer to join our SYLUX development ...

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Compal

Software Test Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

... other low-visibility environments. By combining infrared cameras, AI algorithms, and advanced ... ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a Test Software Development Engineer to join our SYLUX development ...

Toyon

Senior Flight Software C++ Engineer

Goleta, CA

$145K - $235K/yr

Toyon is seeking a passionate and talented Senior Flight Software C++ Engineer to join our growing ... Demonstrated experience using Monte Carlo methods for system-level analysis * Experience with ...

VSolvit

MAXIMO SOFTWARE ENGINEER

Ventura, CA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Job Summary VSolvit LLC is currently seeking a Maximo Software Engineer who will lead efforts to ... Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret level clearance * Must have the ability to obtain and ...

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Senior Software Engineer

Toyon Research Corporation

Goleta, CA • On-site

$130K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required.
This position is in-person (non-remote).
Toyon is seeking individuals capable of developing object-oriented software in C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, and/or Python. The experienced software engineer will design, develop, and perform analysis utilizing GIS tools. This position is an opportunity to work on a development team with senior staff members guiding development of mission-critical planning and decision-support applications for government customers. Motivation and drive to implement robust software systems with intuitive user interfaces is required. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated software engineering capabilities and success working in a collaborative environment with configuration management and version control tools.
Qualified candidates will also have experience performing project management work and support, including tracking and confirming technical performance, monitoring budgets, writing status reports and briefings for customer review.
Requirements
Candidates with at least 7 years of relevant professional experience and a bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or engineering are encouraged to apply.
The ideal candidate will have the following experience, skills, and ambition:
  • Excellent thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work with others to conceptualize and collaboratively solve problems
  • Strong math skills, particularly for implementation of optimization and search methods
  • Experience with coding and testing numerical methods
  • Object-oriented software development in C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python or other
  • Experience designing, developing and performing analysis with geographic information system (such as ArcGIS)
  • Ability to configure and maintain virtual machines and host servers
  • Understanding of application development for cluster computing platforms
  • At least 1 year of project management experience
  • Existing TS Clearance with SCI eligibility preferred

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!
  • Competitive Industry Pay
  • 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
  • HSA with Employer Contributions
  • Dental and Vision Coverage Options
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation and Sick leave
  • Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Senior Software Engineer position is $130,000 to $190,000.
The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate's education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.
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