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Senior Software Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$118K - $126K/yr

Senior Software Engineer at DLS Engineering (on-site) DLS Engineering is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for a full-time position supporting a geospatial customer in St. Louis, Missouri. This is ...

Sr. Software Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Sr. ServiceNow Software Engineer This Sr. ServiceNow Software Engineer will know ServiceNow well enough to confidently develop within the platform in general, in addition to having specific hands-on ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Dearborn, MI

$112K - $148K/yr

Senior Software Engineer, On-Device As a Software Engineer, you'll join an established venture team working on a next generation automotive security product, currently in pilot and producing strong ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Manhattan, NY

$135K - $178K/yr

Sr. ServiceNow Software Engineer This Sr. ServiceNow Software Engineer will know ServiceNow well enough to confidently develop within the platform in general, in addition to having specific hands-on ...

$121K - $159K/yr

\n \n \n Senior Software Engineer Richmond, VA $150,000 I am hiring for a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to join a small, specialist software company that supplies innovative software to ...

Senior Software Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$170K - $230K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Location: Washington, DC Category: Software Engineering Schedule: Standard Day Shift, Monday-Friday Clearance Requirement: Active Secret security clearance (required ...

Senior AI Software Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$117K - $155K/yr

Senior Ai Software Engineer 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 ...

Senior Software Engineer I

Birmingham, MI · Remote

$116K - $153K/yr

Description Senior Software Engineer Location: Remote, USA Employment Type: Full-Time Benefits offered: Vision, medical, Life, Dental, 401K Gross Annual Base Salary: USD 138,000-172,250 Additional ...

Senior Software Engineer I

Rochester, MI · Remote

$112K - $148K/yr

Description Senior Software Engineer Location: Remote, USA Employment Type: Full-Time Benefits offered: Vision, medical, Life, Dental, 401K Gross Annual Base Salary: USD 138,000-172,250 Additional ...

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How much do senior xbox software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior xbox software engineer in the United States is $143,292.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,500.00 and $161,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectSenior Xbox Software EngineerXbox Game Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science, experience in software development, proficiency in C++/C#Bachelor's in Computer Science, experience in game development, proficiency in game engines like Unity or Unreal
Work EnvironmentDevelops system software, platform tools, and APIs for Xbox consoles and servicesCreates and designs video games for Xbox platforms, focusing on gameplay and graphics
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily employed by Microsoft or game studios working on Xbox hardware/softwareEmployed by game development studios or publishers targeting Xbox consoles

The main difference is that a Senior Xbox Software Engineer focuses on developing system software, platform tools, and APIs for Xbox hardware and services, while an Xbox Game Developer concentrates on creating video games for the Xbox platform. Both roles require technical expertise but serve different aspects of the gaming ecosystem.

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Sr. Software Engineer

Lynx Software Technologies

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer
Location: Onsite - Huntsville, AL
Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,000 + Bonus Eligible
Security Clearance: Active Secret Clearance Required
This position requires full time onsite in Huntsville, Alabama.
Who we are: Founded in 2004 with locations in Atlanta, GA, Fort Worth, TX, Denver, CO, & Huntsville, AL, Thompson Software Solutions (TSS) is a mission-driven aerospace and defense software and systems engineering company supporting the U.S. military, defense primes, and commercial space partners. We specialize in the development, integration, test, and deployment of safety & mission-critical software systems that power next-generation aircraft, defense platforms, and space technologies. Our team understands what it takes to modernize complex embedded systems while maintaining the rigor, compliance, and reliability required for mission and safety-critical environments.
As a defense-focused company of highly skilled and dedicated engineers, we take pride in solving complex technical challenges that directly impact national security and operational readiness. We partner closely with customers across the military aviation and space domains to deliver resilient, future-ready solutions with portability, sustainability, and long-term mission success in mind.
Description
Thompson Software Solutions is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to support the development of embedded flight software capabilities for an advanced missile platform. This role offers the opportunity to lead the design and integration of mission-critical software operating in high-performance, real-time environments where precision, reliability, and deterministic execution are paramount.
This position requires a software engineer to use a wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the software field to develop, integrate, and test software products. The successful candidate will be a member of a high-performing multi-site team and must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic, time-management, and interpersonal skills. In this role, you will work independently at times on projects, at other times will be in a collaborative team environment with other software engineers, as well as other program development and deployment teams.
Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Continued eligibility for access to classified information is required throughout employment, as dictated by program needs.
Basic Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline
• 5+ years of embedded software development
• Experience developing embedded software in C/C++
• Experience with I&T integration and test.
• Experience with Full Lifecycle Software Development
• Experience with (FSW) Flight software engineering
• Proficient with Linux and Windows development environments
• Ability to professionally communicate project status and collaborate on technical solutions with clients and peers
• Active Secret Clearance Required
• Ability to work onsite 100%
• Ability to travel 10%
Preferred / Additional Skills
• Proficient with Atlassian Tools (Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket, etc.)
• Proficient in Python development
• Familiarity with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (Cameo, AADL)
• Experience with safety-critical software development and practices (DO-178C)
• Experience with Guidance, Navigation and Control Implementation
• Experience with Signal Processing Implementation
• Experience developing Embedded Flight Software
• Experience communicating and documenting complex technical designs
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Sound Exciting? Get in touch today! We have very robust benefits including:
  • Low-cost Medical / Dental / Vision coverage options
  • 401K with generous employer match
  • Responsible Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
  • Remote work opportunities based on role
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career growth and professional development opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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