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Sr Software Engineer Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Senior Software Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$117.88 - $153.25/hr

Ken Coit College of Pharmacy is seeking an experienced and high-performing Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in software engineering and bioinformatics, along with enthusiasm for ...

Senior Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$129 - $245/hr

Job Details:**## Intel's Sort Test Technology Development (STTD) team is looking for a versatile Senior Software & Infrastructure Engineer to architect, build, and maintain cloud-native applications ...

Senior Software Engineer

Scottsdale, AZ · Remote

$137K - $257K/yr

Senior Software Engineer (Remote) arrivia Remote (US) Full-time About arrivia arrivia specializes in making brands better through the power of travel. The company is a merger of three powerhouse ...

Senior Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

They are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications. Responsibilities : • Design, develop, maintain, and support enterprise ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$190K - $260K/yr

What are the primary responsibilities in the Sr. Software Engineer position? Core responsibilities include designing real-time cloud processing solutions, implementing advanced signal processing and ...

We're hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to join our Engineering team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a focus on serving our ...

Senior Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will have the exciting opportunity to effectuate impactful technology implementations on largely greenfield projects. This role empowers an ambitious individual to ...

Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$158.40 - $207.90/hr

We're hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to join our Engineering team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a focus on serving our ...

We're hiring a Senior Software Engineer, Backend to join our Engineering team. Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a focus on serving our ...

Senior Software Engineer I

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$115K - $152K/yr

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER I Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense ...

Senior Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will have the exciting opportunity to effectuate impactful technology implementations on largely greenfield projects. This role empowers an ambitious individual to ...

Senior Software Engineer I

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$115K - $152K/yr

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER I Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense ...

Senior Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$121K - $160K/yr

We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer, and we'd like you to consider joining us! eVisit rearchitects the very nature of how healthcare is delivered. We help our customers design care pathways that ...

Senior Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer, and we'd like you to consider joining us! eVisit rearchitects the very nature of how healthcare is delivered. We help our customers design care pathways that ...

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How much do sr software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr software engineer in Arizona is $133,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,200.00 and $150,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sr Software Engineer?

Sr Software Engineers are experienced professionals who design, develop, and maintain complex software systems. They often lead technical projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure software meets business needs. In addition to coding, they are responsible for making architectural decisions, reviewing code, and ensuring best practices are followed. Sr Software Engineers typically have several years of industry experience and deep expertise in specific programming languages or technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Sr Software Engineer?

To thrive as a Sr Software Engineer, you need advanced programming skills, a strong grasp of software design principles, and typically a degree in computer science or a related field. Expertise with development frameworks, version control systems like Git, and familiarity with cloud platforms or containerization tools is often required. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and leadership skills set top performers apart in collaborative environments. These competencies ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality software solutions and effective mentorship within development teams.

What are some common challenges Sr Software Engineers face when leading technical projects?

Sr Software Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing hands-on coding with mentoring less experienced team members, managing shifting project requirements, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining high code quality. They are frequently responsible for making critical architectural decisions and resolving complex technical issues that arise during the development process. Additionally, effective communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholders is key to aligning technical solutions with business goals.

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Sr Software Engineer jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Sr Software Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Sr Software Engineer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $133,532 per year, or $64.2 per hour.

Senior Software Engineer

Phase2 Technology

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$117.88 - $153.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy is seeking an experienced and high-performing Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in software engineering and bioinformatics, along with enthusiasm for working with a mid-sized academic team to develop optimized software and workflows for genomic and proteomic data analysis. The selected candidate will lead development efforts for both high-performance command line analysis software and cloud-based web services.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

  • Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Design novel algorithms, software, and data management architectures for cutting-edge, large-scale genomics and molecular dynamics research, setting technical direction across command-line tools and cloud-based services.
  • Establish software engineering standards, including testing, continuous integration, and release management, and drive their adoption across the group's projects.
  • Mentor and train junior software engineers and student researchers.
  • Author the technical content of grant proposals and advise on research funding strategy.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of optimized software development in Rust or similar low-level language.
  • Knowledge of Python for data management and analysis.
  • Knowledge of Linux, HPC, and cloud environments.
  • Skills in developing server-side / cloud solutions,
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both technical and non-technical contexts.
  • Ability to mentor junior software engineers.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with bioinformatic (genomic) data analysis and related analysis topics.
FLSA Exempt

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week 40

Job FTE 1.0

Work Calendar Fiscal

Job Category Research

Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay $117,883 - $153,248

Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade 13

Compensation Guidance The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level PC4

Job Family Research Engineering

Job Function Research

Type of criminal background check required

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies 1

Contact Information for Candidates Travis Wheeler | twheeler@arizona.edu

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