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Senior R&D Software Developer Jobs in Huntsville, AL

SOSi

Senior Software Developer

Huntsville, AL

$53.75 - $71/hr

SOSi is seeking highly skilled Software Developers to join our analytics team working on an innovative MLOps workload leveraging cutting-edge technologies and supporting a government customer in ...

Nwis

Senior Software Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$122K - $253K/yr

We refuse any work that isn't engaging, we ensure our engineers have the tools they need to excel and we recognize superb results. We're seeking a candidate to develop software for our commercial ...

Nightwing

Senior Software Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$122K - $253K/yr

We refuse any work that isn't engaging, we ensure our engineers have the tools they need to excel and we recognize superb results. We're seeking a candidate to develop software for our commercial ...

Navstar

Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL

Software Developer This position is onsite in Huntsville AL at Redstone Arsenal: $3,000 Relocation ... This position is open to mid-level and senior developers, with responsibilities and scope aligned ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior r&d software developer in Huntsville, AL is $60.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.63 and $68.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior R&D Software Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior R&D Software DeveloperSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field; experience in R&DBachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, innovation teamsDevelopment teams, product-focused environments
Industry UsageTech, manufacturing, research institutionsTech companies, startups, software firms
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for R&D roles and advanced developmentMore general software development roles

The main difference is that a Senior R&D Software Developer focuses on innovative research, prototyping, and developing new technologies within R&D environments, often requiring specialized knowledge and experience. In contrast, a Software Engineer typically works on building, testing, and maintaining software products in production environments. Both roles require strong programming skills, but the Senior R&D role emphasizes research and experimentation.

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Senior Software Developer

SOSi

Huntsville, AL

$53.75 - $71/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

Job Description

SOSi is seeking highly skilled Software Developers to join our analytics team working on an innovative MLOps workload leveraging cutting-edge technologies and supporting a government customer in Huntsville, Alabama. This role will be responsible for delivering automation to key national security missions interacting with petabyte-scale data on an HPC. 

In this role, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining MSIC software applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet our clients' needs. Your expertise in Python, Docker, NoSQL, SQL, and Apache Airflow/Kafka will be crucial in driving our projects forward.

Essential Job Duties

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using Python.
  • Design, implement, and manage scalable MLOps pipelines and infrastructure.
  • Develop and manage containerized applications using Docker.
  • Work with NoSQL and SQL for database management and optimization.
  • Implement and manage data workflows using Apache Airflow and Kafka.
  • Automate the training, testing, and deployment of machine learning models.
  • Implement and manage APIs and ensure their scalability, reliability, and performance.
  • Implement and manage infrastructure as code and configuration management tools.
  • Collaborate with data scientists to integrate machine learning models into applications.
  • Design and develop microservices architecture for scalability and efficiency.
  • Write clean, scalable, and efficient code.
  • Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing and deployment.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
  • Provides leadership, support and guidance to all AIMS Team Members.
  • Ensures and promotes the development of the AIMS team through coaching, training, and leadership development.
  • Provides informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback in the annual performance evaluation process to identify and develop talent.
Qualifications
  • Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • 7+ years of experience in software development, MLOps, DevOps, or related roles.
  • Proficiency in Python and experience with its frameworks.
  • Extensive knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI) and automated testing.
  • Experience with version control systems (Git, SVN).
  • Hands-on experience with NoSQL and SQL.
  • Proficient in using Apache Airflow for workflow management.
  • Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Solid understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Experience with agile development methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Familiarity with event-driven architecture and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
  • Experience with feature stores and model registries.
  • Familiarity with big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop)
  • Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools for machine learning models (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
  • Significant experience with petabyte scale data sets.
  • Significant experience with large-scale, multi-INT analytics.

Additional Information

Work Environment

  • Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
  • Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
  • May require periods of non-traditional working hours including consecutive nights or weekends (if applicable).

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.