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Senior R&D Software Engineer Jobs in Decatur, GA

Senior Software Engineer

Norcross, GA · On-site

$101.50K - $169.10K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join our agile development team ... D. and up to 1 year of experience, OR 8+ years of directly relevant experience. * 4+ years of ...

Senior Software Engineer

College Park, GA · On-site

$101.50K - $169.10K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join our agile development team ... D. and up to 1 year of experience, OR 8+ years of directly relevant experience. * 4+ years of ...

Senior Software Engineer

Decatur, GA · On-site

$101.50K - $169.10K/yr

Cox Automotive is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join our agile development team ... D. and up to 1 year of experience, OR 8+ years of directly relevant experience. * 4+ years of ...

Senior Software Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$119.60K - $157.70K/yr

The Senior Software Engineer will lead a diverse technical team to ensure the successful and timely ... If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under ...

Senior Software Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$119.60K - $157.70K/yr

The Senior Software Engineer will lead a diverse technical team to ensure the successful and timely ... If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under ...

Senior AI Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$117.80K - $155.30K/yr

We are seeking a Senior AI Software Engineer to help build internal AI agents and AI-enabled engineering tools focused on developer productivity, workflow automation, and large enterprise-scale ...

Senior AI Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$117.80K - $155.30K/yr

We are seeking a Senior AI Software Engineer to help build internal AI agents and AI-enabled engineering tools focused on developer productivity, workflow automation, and large enterprise-scale ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA

$155.34K - $202.20K/yr

Job#: 3033444 Sr. Software Engineer Location: Atlanta, Georgia Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Location Requirement: Onsite Security & Citizenship Requirements Candidates must be able to obtain ...

Responsible for managing sensitive proprietary information including software, tools and technical ... Serves as field technical engineering liaison between CAC Aftermarket Support Team to various R& D ...

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Sr Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$101.50K - $169.10K/yr

We are seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the full-stack design ... D. and up to 1 year of experience; or 16years' experience in a related field. * Applicants must ...

Sr Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$101.50K - $169.10K/yr

We are seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer to contribute to the full-stack design ... D. and up to 1 year of experience; or 16years' experience in a related field. * Applicants must ...

Senior Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

$117.80K - $155.30K/yr

Senior Software Engineer We are looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Software Engineer who is a natural problem solver and genuinely enjoys helping others succeed. In this role, you will design ...

Senior Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA

$117.80K - $155.30K/yr

Senior Software Engineers are responsible for developing, contributing to decisions related to design and architecture of new frontend and/or backend features while supporting existing development ...

Senior Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA

$117.80K - $155.30K/yr

Your New Role CNN is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to serve as a technical authority for CNN's Multiplatform SDK ecosystem - the shared foundation powering application capabilities across CNN ...

Senior Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

$117.80K - $155.30K/yr

Senior Software Engineer - OutSystems and Integrations Location: Boston or ATL Hiscox is searching for a passionate and highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with experience building high ...

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How much do senior r&d software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior r&d software engineer in Decatur, GA is $139,900.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $119,600.00 and $157,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectSenior R&D Software EngineerR&D Software Developer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS or related field, extensive experienceBachelor's degree, entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, innovation teams, product developmentDevelopment teams, project-based environments
Industry UsageUsed in advanced research, product innovation, and prototypingFocus on coding, implementation, and feature development

The main difference is that Senior R&D Software Engineers typically have more experience, lead research initiatives, and focus on innovative solutions, while R&D Software Developers concentrate on coding and implementing research outcomes. Senior R&D Software Engineers often oversee projects and guide teams, whereas R&D Software Developers primarily execute tasks within research projects.

What job categories do people searching Senior R&D Software Engineer jobs in Decatur, GA look for? The top searched job categories for Senior R&D Software Engineer jobs in Decatur, GA are:
Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Cox Automotive

Norcross, GA • On-site

$101.50K - $169.10K/yr

Full-time

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Cox Automotive rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 138 rated financial services


Job description

Cox Automotive is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join our agile development team in Atlanta, GA. This role is ideal for a curious, adaptable engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working across the stack, and is excited to explore emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) to help drive the next generation of our core products.
As a senior team member, you will drive technical excellence, mentor junior engineers, and champion best practices in cloud-native, DevOps-focused software engineering. You'll work in a collaborative, cross-functional Agile environment using Scrum or Kanban, partnering closely with product owners, QA engineers, and other teams.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable software solutions that meet user story requirements and acceptance criteria.
  • Write and maintain unit, integration, and automated tests to ensure software quality and reliability.
  • Support functional testing efforts for applications, modules, or new features.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues.
  • Break down epics and stories into technical tasks and provide accurate estimates.
  • Build expertise in the applications, systems, and services you support.
  • Participate actively in Agile ceremonies and collaborate within a cross-functional team.
  • Effectively document your work and share knowledge with the team.
  • Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure (cost, performance, security) within AWS.
  • Enhance infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines to improve performance, security, and deployment cycles.
  • Stay current on new tools, technologies, and trends relevant to your technical domain.
  • Explore and incorporate AI capabilities to improve code quality, deployment processes, and innovation within our engineering practice.
  • Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers through technical guidance and peer programming.

Senior-Software Level Expectations
  • Mentorship & Leadership: Provide technical mentorship on design patterns, code quality, and career growth.
  • Ownership & Initiative: Take full ownership of features or systems; proactively identify and solve problems.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay up to date with advancements in cloud computing, DevOps, AI, and software best practices.
  • Adaptability: Thrive in dynamic environments and pivot easily when priorities shift.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Decision-Making: Influence architectural decisions and contribute to the long-term technical strategy.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4+ years of experience in a related field, OR master's degree and 2+ years of experience, OR Ph.D. and up to 1 year of experience, OR 8+ years of directly relevant experience.
  • 4+ years of experience designing and developing web applications.
  • 4+ years of experience building and deploying applications in a aws cloud environment
  • 4+ years of proficiency in Python, Java, or React.js.
  • 4+ years of experience using Git or similar version control systems.
  • Demonstrated experience contributing to open-source projects or communities.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience or familiarity with mobile development using Dart and the Flutter framework.
  • AWS certifications (Developer, Solutions Architect, or DevOps) highly preferred.
  • Experience working with AI technologies or strong curiosity to incorporate AI into development.
  • Experience leading or contributing significantly to large-scale technical projects.

Technology We Use
  • Languages: Python, JavaScript, Java, SQL, Bash, Dart
  • Cloud & DevOps: AWS Lambda, EC2, SQS, SNS, API Gateway, CloudFormation, CodeBuild, Docker, Git
  • Databases: DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, Oracle
  • Tools & Practices: Kibana, Agile (Scrum/Kanban), DevOps, CI/CD
  • Special Focus: AI integration, Serverless architecture

USD 101,500.00 - 169,100.00 per year
Compensation:
Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $101,500.00 - $169,100.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.
Benefits:
The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
EOE, including disability/vets

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At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today! Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today! Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page . Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. Statement to ALL Third-Party Agencies and Similar Organizations: Cox accepts resumes only from agencies with which we formally engage their services. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, Cox employees, Cox hiring manager, or send to any Cox facility. Cox is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.

Industry

Automobile dealers and technology, communication and media

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US