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Senior Software Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site +1

$118K - $155K/yr

As the Senior Software Engineer, you will apply cutting edge technologies to lead complex design and development efforts, own significantcomponentsor services, and drive improvements to reliability ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$113K - $150K/yr

They are seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to design real-time cloud processing solutions, implement advanced algorithms, and provide technical leadership while working on cutting-edge geolocation and ...

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 ...

Senior Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$121K - $160K/yr

Senior Software Engineer In this role, you will: * Lead moderately complex initiatives and deliverables within technical domain environments * Contribute to large scale planning of strategies

Sr. Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

Senior Software Engineer About Us: At Fullbay, our mission is simple - to create safer roads for our families and yours. As leaders in the heavy-duty repair industry, we power shops with technology ...

Senior Software Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

$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

Phoenix, AZ

$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 ...

Sr. Software Architect

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$130K - $177K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Software Architect to shape the foundation of their next-generation ticketing platforms, focusing on designing robust and scalable solutions that enhance the fan experience ...

Senior Software Engineer

Page, AZ

$115K - $152K/yr

The Senior Software Engineer translates fuzzy product or operational needs into clear technical plans, sets technical direction for projects, and weighs reliability, cost, security, and delivery ...

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 I

Tucson, AZ

$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 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 ...

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, 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 ...

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Sr Software information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior software engineer?

To thrive as a Senior Software Engineer, you need strong proficiency in programming languages (such as Java, Python, or C#), software architecture, and a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Expertise with development frameworks, version control systems like Git, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is commonly required, along with certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication skills help you mentor junior engineers and collaborate across teams. These skills ensure the delivery of robust, scalable solutions and foster innovation within complex technical environments.

What is the difference between Sr Software and Software Developer?

AspectSr SoftwareSoftware Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in CS or related field; 3+ years experience; sometimes certificationsBachelor's degree in CS or related field; 0-3 years experience; certifications optional
Work EnvironmentOften leads projects, mentors juniors, involved in architecture decisionsFocuses on coding, debugging, and implementing features under guidance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across tech companies, startups, and enterprise firms for senior rolesCommon entry to mid-level role in software development teams

The main difference between a Sr Software and a Software Developer lies in experience, responsibilities, and leadership. Sr Software professionals typically have more experience, take on leadership roles, and influence project architecture, while Software Developers focus on coding and implementing features. Both roles require a strong foundation in programming, but the Sr Software position involves greater oversight and strategic input.

What does a senior software engineer do?

A Sr Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex software applications. They often lead technical projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure software meets business objectives. Their role typically involves writing high-quality code, reviewing code from peers, and making architectural decisions. Sr Software Engineers are also expected to stay updated with industry trends and best practices to improve software performance and reliability.

What are some common challenges faced by senior software engineers when leading project teams, and how can they effectively overcome them?

Senior Software Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing hands-on coding with mentoring less experienced team members, managing project timelines, and ensuring code quality across the team. Effective communication and proactive planning are key to overcoming these hurdles. By fostering a collaborative environment, setting clear expectations, and leveraging agile methodologies, Senior Software Engineers can guide their teams to successful project delivery while supporting professional growth within the team.
What cities in Arizona are hiring for Sr Software jobs? Cities in Arizona with the most Sr Software job openings:
Infographic showing various Sr Software job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Senior Software Engineer

Iridium Satellite, LLC

Chandler, AZ • On-site, Remote

$118K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world.   For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.

At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed.  Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions.  Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world.  Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves.   We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.


What We’re Looking For:

If you enjoy learning about and working with breakthrough technologies and are enthusiastic about working in the space industry, then you will be excited about the Senior Software Engineer opening with Iridium for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As the Senior Software Engineer, you will apply cutting edge technologies to lead complex design and development efforts, own significantcomponentsor services, and drive improvements to reliability, scalability, and security across space, ground, and cloud-enabled systems. This role is for you if you enjoy influencing technical direction,mentoringother engineers, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver mission-critical capabilities within a satellite ground operations environment.  

What You’ll Do:
  • Work independently to design and implementation for complex features, components, or services 
  • Own technical execution and quality outcomes for assigned subsystems
  • Drive best practices in CI/CD, automation, testing, and secure coding
  • Lead root cause analysis for high-impact issues and implement preventive improvements
  • Mentor engineers through code reviews, design reviews, and technical coaching
  • Update issue/feature data in Atlassian Project/Software tracking tools
  • Follow existing Iridium processes for Change Control, Prioritization, Risk Management, Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) Management, Build and Test software deployments and use advanced knowledge to assist in development of process/procedure documentation materials
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to shape requirements, interfaces, and technical plansEdit, structure and present data, concepts and arguments clearly and succinctly through briefings and documentation 

What You’ll Need to Succeed:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, or other engineering discipline
  • 8+ years software programming experience on Agile based teams
  • Strongproficiencyin one or more languages anddemonstratedability to learnnew technologiesquickly
  • Experience designing scalable systems and improving performance, reliability, and maintainability
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound engineering judgment
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues to groups outside of your team or those who are unfamiliar with the topic
  • Have confidence and be able to easily build relationships with leadership and colleagues outside of your team
  • Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions and come up with out-of-the-box solutions
  • Be proactive in providing feedback and be enthusiastic in sharing your knowledge with others
  • Capable of prioritizing your own tasks and potentially the tasks of others while making sure deadlines are met 
Things That Would be Great if You Brought to the Table: 
  • Experience with the following technologies:
    • Kubernetes / Docker / Podman / ArgoCD
    • CI/CD Pipelining (GitLab, JFrog Artifactory, BitBucket) 
    • Python / Java / C++ / Type Script / Perl
    • Atlassian management/software development tools: Jira / Git / Crucible / Confluence
    • Micro services architectures
    • Automated testing frameworks
    • Gov and non-Gov Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud environments 
We’ll also need you to:
  • Work in the office at least 3 or more days a week to foster collaboration with the team and stakeholders
  • Be a U.S. Citizen
  • Be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Government security clearance 

Work Environment:

This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer. The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium’s Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least three days per week (approximately 60%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth.

 

Additional Information

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed.

Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.