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Aveva

Senior Software Developer

Lake Forest, CA · Hybrid

$92K - $207K/yr

Senior Software Developer Location: Lake Forest, California Employment Type: Full-time regular The job As part of the Advanced Applications team, you'll collaborate with a team of skilled software ...

AVEVA

Senior Software Developer

Lake Forest, CA · On-site

$92K - $207K/yr

Senior Software Developer Location: Lake Forest, California Employment Type: Full-time regular The job As part of the Advanced Applications team, you'll collaborate with a team of skilled software ...

CMP.jobs

Senior Software Developer

Newport Beach, CA

$58.50 - $77.50/hr

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Developer to join our team. This role will be instrumental in advancing our Empirical and Macro Research platform by focusing on Alpha ...

Compunnel

Senior Software Developer

Aliso Viejo, CA · On-site

$58.25 - $77/hr

Appropriate software programs / modules 122. Programming languages 123. DBMS 124. Operating Systems and software platforms 125. SDLC 126. Integrated development environment (IDE) 127. Agile - Scrum ...

ETAP Software

Senior Software Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$129K - $171K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to maintain and enhance software that supports state estimation and virtual metering for complex electrical networks, as well as develop REST APIs and ...

Lever Demo 2

Senior Software Developer, Platform

Irvine, CA

$58.50 - $77.25/hr

Lever is looking to add another rock star Senior Software Developer, Platform to our growing, best-in-class, development team. Who we are Better Work and a Better World: at Lever that's what we're ...

JRD Systems

Senior Software Engineer

Downey, CA · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

The Sr. Software Engineer will lead application support for multiple applications, project ... Containerization & DevOps - Experience with containerization technologies (Open-Shift, Docker ...

Aveva

Senior Software Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$131K - $173K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Location: Irvine, CA Employment Type: Full-Time/ Hybrid Senior Software Engineer - Microgrid Controller (MGC) We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and ...

ETAP

Senior Software Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$131K - $173K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Location: Irvine, CA Employment Type: Full-Time/ Hybrid Senior Software Engineer - Microgrid Controller (MGC) We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to lead the design and ...

JS Consulting

Senior Software Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$131K - $173K/yr

Job Title- Senior Software Engineer Project Location - Irvine, CA (Onsite) Duration- 12+ months contract Visa- USC/ GC HM Notes: Previous subs only had experience at the application layer/app ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior software developer in Irvine, CA is $65.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55.58 and $73.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a senior software developer?

To thrive as a Senior Software Developer, you need deep expertise in programming languages, software architecture, and problem-solving, typically backed by a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Proficiency with development frameworks, version control systems like Git, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is standard, and certifications in these areas can be beneficial. Leadership, strong communication, and mentoring abilities set standout candidates apart in this role. These skills ensure that complex projects are delivered efficiently, code quality is maintained, and junior team members are effectively guided for overall team success.

What does a senior software developer do?

As a Senior Software Developer, you’ll typically be responsible for leading complex development projects, designing technical solutions, and mentoring junior team members. Daily tasks often include writing and reviewing code, participating in architecture discussions, collaborating with cross-functional teams (such as QA, product management, and DevOps), and troubleshooting high-level technical issues. You may also be involved in setting coding standards, conducting code reviews, and helping to plan sprints or project roadmaps.

What is a senior software developer?

Senior Software Developers are experienced professionals who design, develop, and maintain complex software applications. They often lead development teams, mentor junior developers, and make critical architectural decisions. Their responsibilities include writing high-quality code, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring that software projects meet performance and security standards. With deep expertise in programming languages and software engineering principles, they play a key role in delivering successful technology solutions for organizations.

What is the difference between Senior Software Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior Software DeveloperSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in CS or related field; experience often 5+ yearsBachelor's or higher in CS or related field; similar experience levels
Work EnvironmentCollaborates on complex projects, mentors juniors, leads technical effortsDesigns, develops, tests software; may work on specific modules or systems
Industry UsageCommonly used in tech companies, startups, and enterprise firmsWidely used across industries, often interchangeable with developer roles

The main difference is that Senior Software Developers typically have more experience, leadership responsibilities, and focus on complex project oversight, while Software Engineers may focus more on designing and implementing software solutions. Both roles require similar credentials and are integral in software development teams, but Senior Software Developers often take on mentorship and strategic tasks.

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Senior Software Developer

Aveva

Lake Forest, CA • Hybrid

$92K - $207K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 hours ago

Job description

AVEVA is creating software trusted by over 90% of leading industrial companies.

Salary Range:

$92,300.00 - $207,000.00

This pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation that the position offers, and final compensation can vary within the range depending on work location, job experience, skills, and relevant educational attainment and/or training.

Job Title: Senior Software Developer

Location: Lake Forest, California

Employment Type: Full-time regular

The job

As part of the Advanced Applications team, you'll collaborate with a team of skilled software engineers in designing and implementing MES architecture and solutions.

Key responsibilities

  • Evaluate, adopt, and apply generative, agentic, and AI-assisted engineering tools to improve MES development, testing, legacy system understanding, and overall software delivery efficiency; champion adoption of effective practices across the team.

  • Recognize, articulate, and make technical decisions / trade-offs around multiple dimensions (scaling, reliability, performance, maintenance, etc.) that have an impact on your team

  • Design, develop, test, and debug software applications

  • Deliver software on-time and constantly work to make accurate estimates and deliver on those estimates

  • Work with technical writing staff to document product behavior and implementation details

  • Collaborate with team members on how to approach and prioritize development efforts

  • Understand and proactively follow team processes, documentation, best practices, and code style guides

  • Communicate technical work through design docs and tech talks

Essential requirements

  • Formal training with a degree in Computer Programming or Software Engineering

  • 7+ years of experience in similar roles

  • Knowledge of C#, knowledge of JavaScript and CSS would be a plus

  • Knowledge of agile development software practices

  • Experience with SQL Server, databases and TSQL

Desired skills and competencies

  • Organization: The pace at AVEVA can be exciting and fast, so whilst you will need excellent time management and effective prioritization, we will do all we can to support a balanced portfolio of work, and your wellbeing.

  • Customer focus: You'll be working directly with our Product Owner. Being able to listen to them and understand their requests and then address them in a proactive and consultative manner will be part of your day-to-day.

  • Problem-solving: You'll need to enjoy getting stuck into problems. Troubleshooting and solving challenging problems is a big part of this role.

R&D at AVEVA

Our global team of 2000+ developers work on an incredibly diverse portfolio of over 75 industrial automation and engineering products, which cover everything from data management to 3D design. AI and cloud are at the centre of our strategy, and we have over 150 patents to our name.

Our track record of innovation is no fluke - it's the result of a structured and deliberate focus on learning, collaboration and inclusivity. If you want to build applications that solve big problems, join us.

Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/r-and-d-careers/


USA Benefits include:

Flex work hours, 20 days PTO rising to 25 with service, three paid volunteering days, primary and secondary parental leave, well-being support, medical, dental, vision, and 401K.


It's possible we're hiring for this position in multiple countries, in which case the above benefits apply to the primary location. Specific benefits vary by country, but our packages are similarly comprehensive.


Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/benefits/


Hybrid working

We work in a hybrid way at AVEVA. Most roles are based at a local AVEVA office, with an expectation of being on-site 50% of your working hours to support collaboration and connection. Some positions are fully office-based depending on the nature of the work, and certain roles that support specific customers or markets may be remote. The working arrangement for this position will be confirmed during the hiring process.


Hiring process

Interested? Great! Get started by submitting your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process.


Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process


About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life - such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals - safely, efficiently, and more sustainably.


We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, our culture, and our core business strategy. Learn more about how we are progressing against our ambitious 2030 targets: sustainability-report.aveva.com/


Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/


AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third-party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.


AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. AVEVA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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