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How much do software development analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for software development analyst in the United States is $53.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.59 and $64.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Development Analyst vs Software Engineer?

AspectSoftware Development AnalystSoftware Engineer
Primary RoleAnalyzes business requirements, designs solutions, and supports software development processesDesigns, develops, tests, and maintains software applications
Required SkillsBusiness analysis, programming, problem-solving, understanding of development lifecycleProgramming, software architecture, coding, debugging
Work EnvironmentOften collaborates with business teams and developers in tech companies or IT departmentsPrimarily involved in coding and technical development in software firms or tech departments

While both roles require technical skills and involve software, the Software Development Analyst focuses more on analyzing requirements and supporting development processes, whereas the Software Engineer primarily designs and builds software solutions.

What is a software development analyst?

Software Development Analysts are professionals who bridge the gap between business requirements and technical solutions in software projects. They analyze user needs, document functional and technical specifications, and collaborate with developers to ensure that software applications meet organizational goals. Their role often involves troubleshooting problems, improving processes, and ensuring software quality throughout the development lifecycle. By combining analytical skills with technical expertise, Software Development Analysts help deliver effective and efficient software solutions.

How does a software development analyst typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

A Software Development Analyst frequently works alongside developers, testers, project managers, and business analysts to ensure software solutions meet business requirements. They translate business needs into technical specifications, facilitate communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders, and help resolve any ambiguities that arise during the development lifecycle. Regular meetings, documentation reviews, and feedback sessions are common touchpoints, making strong communication and organizational skills essential for success in this collaborative environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a software development analyst?

To thrive as a Software Development Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of software development methodologies, and often a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with programming languages, databases, version control systems, and tools like JIRA or Git is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills help you collaborate effectively with developers and stakeholders. These skills ensure the successful analysis, design, and implementation of software solutions that meet organizational goals.
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What states have the most Software Development Analyst jobs? States with the most job openings for Software Development Analyst jobs include:
Infographic showing various Software Development Analyst job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,380 per year, or $53.1 per hour.

Software Development Analyst

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Corinne, UT • On-site

$85K - $113K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 27 days ago


Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 360 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 536 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Software Development Analyst - Level 2 to join our team in Promontory, UT.

The qualified candidate will become an integral member of the PS Sector Business Management Technology organization. This team member will support the design, development, deployment, and sustainment of applications and utilities for our QMS (Quality Management System) and EMS (Environmental Management System) teams. Will also heavily work with PowerBI application and data analytics. The selected candidate will be expected to perform the following summary level job responsibilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment:

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with a minimum of 2 years of experience. Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 0 years of experience.

  • Intermediate understanding and frequent use/application of software development concepts, principles, techniques, and theories (algorithm development, data structures, Object Oriented Programming)

  • Engage with internal customers to understand and define application/utility needs and requirements

  • Communicate complex software engineering and information system concepts clearly and effectively with customer stakeholders, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams

  • Participate constructively in a collaborative work environment with other geographically distributed team members

  • Support the design, development, test, deployment, sustainment, and documentation of new and existing enterprise-wide applications and utilities in both classified and unclassified network environments

  • Promote inclusion, innovation, respect, and continuous personal and professional development

  • Moderate experience with relational databases and Structured Query Language (SQL, T-SQL)

  • Moderate experience with developing, deploying, and debugging, three-tier web development stack

    • MS SQL Server (Data tier)

    • .NET, C# (Application / Services tier)

    • HTML, CSS, JavaScript (Presentation tier)

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively on project teams

  • Self-motivated, organized, with strong interpersonal, analytical, communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

  • Experience with data analytics

  • Experience with Visual Studio

  • Experience with Agile development cycle/concepts

  • Experience with Azure DevOps (Git repositories, CI/CD Pipelines)

  • Experience developing and sustaining Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)

  • Experience with PowerBI and/or Tableau

  • Experience with Python

  • Experience with MS Excel Power Query, Power Pivot

  • Experience with Microsoft SharePoint

Primary Level Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $113,000.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939