Post job

Software engineer lead jobs in Avocado Heights, CA - 5,750 jobs

All
Software Engineer Lead
Senior Software Engineer
Principal Software Engineer
Senior Engineer
Senior Leader
Senior Software Development Engineer
Software Engineer
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Director Of Software Development
Lead Engineer
Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Lead Technician
Software Architect
Software Leader
Staff Software Engineer
  • Senior QA Engineer

    Skylight 4.2company rating

    Software engineer lead job in Los Angeles, CA

    Skylight is a technology startup based out of Los Angeles and San Francisco. Our mission is to connect loved ones by creating the world's simplest products and services that improve family life. We make consumer products, like Skylight Frame and Skylight Calendar, that are loved by millions of people across the globe. Our founders are former venture capitalists and serial entrepreneurs, who have scaled this business to $180M+ in annual revenue while being completely bootstrapped and profitable. We think often about the thousands of smiles we are able to put on our customers' faces each day, and it fills our hearts with purpose. That's why we have been working hard to expand our team and invent, so that we can continue to bring the magic of Skylight to millions of loved ones throughout the world. We're seeking a Senior QA Engineer to assist us with our ongoing software testing. You will be performing exploratory testing, automated testing, and bug reporting within a cross-functional team. This is a highly collaborative role and requires excellent verbal and written communication. This might be the perfect role for you if you are excited by Being highly collaborative within a cross‑functional pod that includes product, engineering and design. Working within a team that values feedback and gives it openly and regularly. Being embedded in an engineering team where quality is a shared responsibility. Having a valued and sought after opinion when it comes to project scope and design. Digging deep to reproduce and identify root causes to share with engineers and product. Developing a deep empathy for our users and advocating for their experience. Contributing to a product that our customers genuinely love because it solves real, everyday problems for busy families and those with neurodivergent kids (the ADHD and Autism communities are among our biggest fans) Responsibilities Collaborating with product and engineering during project scoping and refinement to identify risk and establish test plans. Manual exploratory testing and validation of new projects within your pod. Testing Android-based software running on custom hardware and firmware. Working with engineers and QA to define, design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts across and between our tech stacks (mobile, android, web, backend). Participating in bug triage and incident response to reproduce and advocate for timely resolution of important software defects. Collaborating with QA team members across pods to improve testing efficiency and foster a sustainable workload amongst the team. 5+ years of experience in the quality assurance field Clear and effective verbal and written communication Capable of analyzing business requirements from a customer's perspective Hands‑on testing experience with mobile devices (Android + iOS) Experience testing software on embedded Android devices Familiarity with ADB, system logs, and Android internals Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills Ability to identify and foresee requirement gaps Experienced with logging and tracking defects throughout the defect lifecycle Strong understanding of the SDLC, Agile testing, and software testing methodologies Our competitive compensation package includes: Competitive Salary + Equity Package 401K matching Wellness, learning, and home‑office budgets Health, Dental & Vision Medical Plans Tremendous autonomy to set the direction of your work Unlimited PTO Company holidays on the first Friday of every month (Except November & December) Equal opportunity employer Skylight is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you're the best person for the job, we want you on board! We hire across the U.S., but for legal reasons, we have to list NY and CO separately. For Colorado-based candidates, the range being offered for this role is $150-$170K based on experience and for California-based candidates, the range being offered for this role is $150-$170K based on experience. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of this law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $150k-170k yearly 4d ago
  • Job icon imageJob icon image 2

    Looking for a job?

    Let Zippia find it for you.

  • Corporate Software Engineering Director 1

    Northrop Grumman Corp. (Au 4.7company rating

    Software engineer lead job in Redondo Beach, CA

    CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. NorthropGrumman Corporate is seeking a full‑time Corporate Software Engineering Director 1 to lead the enterprise‑wide Software Engineering Council/Center of Excellence (CoE) and represent the Software Engineering function at the corporate level. Reporting to the Corporate Enterprise Engineering Senior Director, the Director will shape the vision, strategy, and execution of software engineering across the company, partnering with sector and CIDO leaders to strengthen discipline performance, develop talent, and keep the organization at the forefront of modern software practices and technologies. The qualified candidate must be located within the continental United States near an existing Northrop Grumman facility. This is not a remote position. Job Scope and Responsibilities: Establish a centralized Software Engineering function aligned with the overall enterprise engineering vision. Chair the Software Engineering Leadership Group (SWLG). Lead the Software Engineering Council/CoE, defining strategy, priorities, and working‑group structures in collaboration with sector leadership. Partner with HR, Communications, and sector teams to design and execute a comprehensive change‑management plan. Define a unified talent‑development framework that includes training, tools, career pathways, and certification programs. Work with CIDO to adopt converged processes and tools that support modern software development. Develop and enforce enterprise‑wide software processes and governance that meet both corporate and sector needs. Identify and drive continuous‑process improvements, communicating updates on behalf of the Council/CoE. Establish metrics and data sources to measure softwareengineering execution effectiveness across the enterprise. Benchmark our processes against government, industry, and best‑practice standards. Own the Enterprise Software Principles and Operating Procedures (PrOP). Help the company effectively integrate artificial intelligence into software engineering processes and engineering products/platforms, ensuring AI adoption enhances productivity, quality, and innovation. Escalate critical issues and strategic discussions to the Executive Leadership Team, Enterprise Engineering Leadership Team, and Corporate Technology Council as required. Build strong partnerships with sector leaders and other functional groups, determining objectives, interpreting policies, and ensuring alignment with long‑range planning. Facilitate internal and external engagement at events such as Engineer'sWeek and SW all‑hands. Provide enterprise‑wide expertise on existing capabilities, technologies, and platform interconnections. Brief and influence senior customer executives. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with at least 12 years of software engineering experience OR Master's degree in a STEM field with at least 10 years of software engineering experience. Minimum of 10 years in software engineering management roles (e.g., program IPT lead or functional leadership). Minimum 7 years of systems engineering experience. Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (or higher) in order to be considered and must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to SAP/SAR as a condition of continued employment. Proven record of leading change‑management initiatives. Experience on large‑scale, cross‑sector development programs with integrated workforce operations. Demonstrated ability to lead direct reports and manage teams.Travel is occasional for meetings, events, and customer engagements. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in STEM, MBA, or higher. Current TopSecret/SCI clearance. Familiarity with the NorthropGrumman portfolio. Experience identifying, developing, and integrating strategic technologies and design solutions. Skilled in stakeholder communications, ensuring program information is defined, collected, shared, stored, and retrieved effectively. Demonstrated collaboration across multiple disciplinary areas. Leadership of digital‑transformation or multi‑year initiatives that improve softwareengineering effectiveness. In‑depth knowledge of DoD and Intelligence Community processes. Experience spanning multiple NorthropGrumman business units, driving change through initiatives, AOP, and LRSP. Primary Level Salary Range: $193,800.00 - $336,500.00 The 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 *********************************** U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $193.8k-336.5k yearly 6d ago
  • Maritime - Manager, Software Engineering

    Slope 4.0company rating

    Software engineer lead job in Costa Mesa, CA

    Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. About the Team Anduril's Maritime Division has assembled a diverse team of experts in software, robotics, artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and data analysis to create software and hardware solutions that radically evolve the capabilities of our customers. We are fielding the next generation of autonomous systems to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of maritime operations. Anduril has brought to market a unique, ultra-long-range, full-ocean-depth underwater vessel platform and a completely refreshed maritime vehicle and flexible manufacturing architecture that scales from "small" to "extra-large" vehicle sizes. Today, Anduril is executing on billion-dollar contracts while simultaneously performing Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) AUV operations. We are seeking to sustain our early successes with deep investment in an expanded product portfolio. These products, including Dive-XL, Dive-LD, Copperhead, Seabed Sentry, and other unannounced systems, will deliver a coherent system-of-systems, enabling the end-to-end conduct of a variety of autonomous missions in the maritime domain. If you are passionate about solving problems that have real impact and working on systems that directly contribute to achieving national strategic priorities, we want you to join Anduril's Maritime Division and help us build the future of defense capability. About the Job Software Engineering Managers independently lead teams to deliver a variety of software integrated in to our products. This includes autonomy, simulation, data processing, payload integration, and off-board command and control or decision support. We expect Software Engineering Managers to demonstrate end-to-end outcome ownership of a major system within an integrated product, and the team responsible for building and maintaining it. Software Engineering Managers contribute as a team lead to the rapid architecting, design, delivery, support, and evolution of next generation autonomous platforms through their entire product life-cycle. What You'll Do Empathize with end-users and drive solutions that balance their needs with external constraints, restrictions and requirements in a multi-stakeholder environment. Be accountable for software enabled solutions that are deployed to customers, optimizing for the delivery of value to the end-user. Collaborate with your Technical Lead to architect scalable software that rapidly delivers capability beyond the scope of current platforms, with a clear path for both architecture and capability evolution over time. Co-ordinate your teams roadmap and execution with other teams across Anduril, with the aim of developing components that are re-usable across multiple Anduril product lines. Contribute to the design, implementation and execution of development processes for the initial delivery and subsequent iteration of vehicle and mission software, including full lifecycle testing, monitoring and operation. Manage a 6 - 18 month roadmap for your team, nested within broader organisational roadmap. Manage an allocated budget for your team. Manage programmatic risk for your team, and collaborate with your Technical Lead to manage technical risk, including sound and timely decision making. Lead by example as a technically competent, trustworthy, and accountable team lead. Communicate organizational vision, strategy, and direction to your team. Define, document, gain consensus for, and communicate appropriate goals and plans for your team, derived from broader organizational vision, strategy, and priorities. Build your team through mentoring, professional development, career management, and collaboration with Anduril's recruiting and people functions. Work as a leader of a multi-disciplinary engineering team of 4 - 10 members, including as a mentor and manager for Engineers from differing backgrounds. Report to a manager who may or may not have a background in software engineering. Travel to co-locate with end-users and/or other teams up to 20% of the time. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Engineering, a relevant field, or equivalent experience. Experience in a management position within a high performing technology organization. Extensive professional experience working as a Software Engineer with one or more domains and/or technologies of expertise. Capacity to lead a team that works holistically on software enabled capabilities up and down the software stack and through lifecycle through design, implementation, operation and sustainment. Capacity to act as the owner for a software system, including stakeholder engagement, requirements definition, roadmap management, team co-ordination, design, implementation management, sustainment and evolution. Capacity learn and grow individually, while mentoring team members effectively, building team cohesion and capacity. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a senior role for the delivery of a military mission system and/or autonomous vehicle. Experience writing backend services or embedded software in C, C++, Rust and/or Go. Experience writing frontend applications using Typescript and React. Experience working with a RTOS. Experience with the design, implementation and operation of horizontally scaled cloud technologies. Experience with the design, implementation and support of embedded software, particularly in the field of robotics. Experience with modeling and simulation. Familiarity with communications busses and protocols (e.g. CAN, CANFD, UART/RS232/RS422/RS485, SPI, QSPI, I2C, Ethernet, ARINC-825, ARINC-429, MIL-STD-1553, etc). Experience with development of high assurance safety critical software, including with DO-178, IEC 61508, or similar standards. Experience in design and development of embedded applications in autonomous vehicle software systems. Experience in developing interfaces to sensors and actuators. Experience working with and testing electrical and mechanical systems. Familiarity with navigation and communications systems. Experience within the product delivery lifecycle including manufacturing, system acceptance, deployment, and sustainment. Familiarity with Systems Engineering concepts. Desire to learn and grow into other roles that require experience as a Software Engineering Manager, such as Senior Software Engineering Manager. US Salary Range $208,000 - $276,000 USD Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development. Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit ********************************************** #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $208k-276k yearly 2d ago
  • Lead Software Engineer - AI Infrastructure & Tooling

    The Walt Disney Company 4.6company rating

    Software engineer lead job in Santa Monica, CA

    Business: Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The DEEP&T team marries technology with creativity to build world‑class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are storytellers and innovators, creators and builders, entertainers and engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media:Our technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact:More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Innovation:We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Product Engineering is a unified team responsible for the engineering of Disney Entertainment & ESPN digital and streaming products and platforms. This includes product and media engineering, quality assurance, and the engineering behind personalization, commerce, lifecycle, and identity. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Responsibilities: Owning and contributing to the architecture, development and maintenance of AI/ML frameworks and models that support test automation and tooling across multiple products. Providing strategic input, defining and contributing towards Objectives and Key Results, and partnering within and across the organization to achieve them. Leading and mentoring junior developers, providing meaningful insight, code reviews and technical direction across the team. Developing and supporting high quality code to build and enhance test automation, quality infrastructure, and innovative proof‑of‑concepts. Leading communication for projects and overall team status within and across the organization. Keeping up with industry trends and new publicly available technologies, coming up with innovative ideas and solutions for complex technical problems. Serving as an advanced resource for other engineers on the team, training and helping others to contribute meaningful and impactful features and capabilities. Being an active member of the larger Quality Engineering team, helping increase productivity and impact through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtful debate. Basic Qualifications: 7 years of relevant software development experience, including designing, deploying and integrating AI/ML models into existing systems. Bachelor's degree or the foreign equivalent in Computer Science or a closely related field or equivalent years of professional experience. Progressive experience in a software development (SDET or SE) occupation, including developing unit tests and/or automated testing of front end and backend services. Proficient in object‑oriented design and expertise with Python, Java and/or Node/JavaScript. Experience leading teams of software engineers and/or SDETs. Experience working with high‑performing teams using Agile and Lean methodologies. Experience in modern design patterns and techniques, deriving and gathering quality KPI's to give insight into product's health and progress. Preferred Qualifications: Experience shipping production Python, Flask, Django, React or Node.js applications. Experience training custom AI/ML models, validating LLM/LVLM performance and accuracy. Experience with developing and deploying applications in cloud platforms (e.g. AWS) and optimizing cost efficiency. Experience with Kafka, Amazon SQS, SageMaker, and Kinesis. Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Spinnaker, and continuous integration/delivery systems. Experience with testcase management (e.g. JIRA Xray), code management (e.g. git, SonarQube) and data visualization (e.g. Grafana, Data Dog) tools. Disability Accommodation For Employment Applications The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability. About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world‑class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $154k-242k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Flight Software Lead for Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Next Matter

    Software engineer lead job in Torrance, CA

    A leading defense technology company in California seeks a Head of Flight Software Engineering to lead the development of innovative flight software for advanced missile systems. This role requires extensive experience in embedded software, strong leadership qualities, and a commitment to ensure system reliability and performance. Ideal candidates will have a background in C/C++ programming, real-time systems, and a proven track record in software integration. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $132k-188k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Mission Systems Software Architect - Cloud & Security

    The Aerospace Corporation 4.9company rating

    Software engineer lead job in El Segundo, CA

    A leading aerospace organization is seeking a Software Architect - Mission Systems in California. The candidate should have extensive experience in software architecture, design, and cloud computing. This role involves leading technical teams and developing innovative software for space systems, while ensuring adherence to security standards. Excellent communication and leadership skills are required for successful collaboration with stakeholders. Diverse benefits include comprehensive health plans, 401(k), and professional growth opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $114k-149k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Director, Software Engineering in Test (SET)

    Pacific Asset Management, LLC

    Software engineer lead job in Newport Beach, CA

    **Job Description:**Pacific Life is investing in bright, agile, and diverse talent to contribute to our mission of innovating our business and technology to support a superior customer experience. We are actively seeking a talented Director of Software Engineering in Test (SET) to join our Pacific Life Technology team. This new role will report to the VP, Engineering Excellence.The role is based in Newport Beach, CA (hybrid), and works with a diverse group of business and technology leaders ensuring delivery teams have the direction and tools needed for success.As a Director of Software Engineering in Test within Pacific Life Technology, you will play a key role in Pacific Life's growth and long-term success, developing and executing upon the overall strategy and roadmap for the ecosystem of technology driving quality assurance engineering excellence across Pacific Life.The Director of Software Engineering in Test does more than test software. Principally, they embrace the "automate everything" philosophy and function well in changing environments along with driving ‘quality by design' as a central tenet of software development at Pacific Life. They take the lead in performance and security testing to build resilient systems and use automated and manual testing to efficiently test system functionality without compromising quality. This leader is a champion of engineering excellence at Pacific Life, owning and driving best-in-class quality engineering activities, processes, and people across the organization globally. In addition, they establish and advance software engineering in test (SET) practices, ensuring that testing is an integral part of the development lifecycle by embedding test automation and quality checks within the software engineering process. The Director also leverages AI to provide intelligent automation for QA and SET approaches to accelerate defect detection, optimize test coverage, and continuously improve testing efficiency and effectiveness, keeping Pacific Life at the forefront of technology-driven testing and quality assurance**How you will make an impact**:**Standardization & Automation*** Engineer and maintain automation frameworks that support both manual and automated testing, integrating best practices from software engineering in test (SET).* Lead the development of standardized testing frameworks and environments to enable functional, integration, system, and scale testing across PL Engineering* Ensure performance and quality products are in line with best practices and standards on testing, engineering excellence and quality management, and evaluate emerging trends for potential implementation**QA Enablement & Engineering Culture*** Foster a federated engineering culture that empowers teams through centralized solutions for standardized SET and QA practices and tools.* Drive mindshare and collaboration for efficiency via reusability and knowledge sharing.* Champion communication to validate and clarify context and alignment across engineering teams. Champion quality, driving increased efficiency and effectiveness while partnering with enterprise programs to develop test strategies, benchmark and monitor team performance, and assist teams in solving problems* Ensure software engineering standards and practices related to quality are ingrained in all design and development* Prioritize and deliver iteratively in a continuously changing environment* Work with Operations to set practices, policies, processes, frameworks to run tests in production environments after deployment**AI-Assisted QA and SET Engineering*** Advance the adoption of AI-powered testing practices, including agent-based automation for test generation, code reviews, incident triage, and self-healing test frameworks.* Experiment with and deploy AI/ML-driven solutions to analyze legacy applications, optimize test coverage, and orchestrate SDLC workflows with minimal human intervention.* Lead the transition from basic automation to intelligent, adaptive assurance, leveraging AI maturity models to guide strategic transformation.**Quality Metrics & Continuous Improvement*** Establish and report on common quality engineering OKRs, leveraging data-driven insights for continuous improvement.* Define and track metrics for SET and QA health, adoption of new processes, and effectiveness of automation and AI tools.* Promote a culture of continuous learning and process enhancement, including the evolution of GenAI tools and agents.**Strategic Leadership & Business Alignment*** Align QA/SET strategies with business objectives, focusing on outcomes that deliver consistent, predictable quality and enable rapid, reliable releases.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape engineering decisions based on testability, security, and compliance.* Lead the adoption of innovative approaches to measuring test effectiveness, including AI-driven analytics and predictive modeling.* Partner with other senior leaders to set and adopt quality standards to PL Engineering practices**The experience you will bring**:* 12+ years of experience leading best practices in Software Engineering in Test and Quality assurance process.* SME in testing strategy and standards and applied automation to testing practices* SME in implementing and driving adoption for BDD/TDD testing approaches.* Applies expertise as an exploratory / hands-on tester using a variety of platforms and testing approaches in leadership setting; becoming the status quo for code review, quality assurance, and best practices* Has hands-on prior experience with manual acceptance testing at the story level, exploratory and creative testing, and sprint cycles and applying learnings at-scale in leadership role at a large institution* Builds strategy for hidden requirements, edge cases, and a "want to break" mentality* Has expertise developing automated end-to-end testing and quality management, as well as knowledge of testing frameworks and tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, Jmeter etc.* Strong experience in development with Java, Python and JavaScript.* Experience building out a performance, load and stress testing practice* Subject matter expert in Software Engineering in Test with hands on experience and understands of agile and DevOps practices and principles* Experience managing a global team; ability to build, motivate and develop a deeply talented team of quality-minded engineers* Ability to foster an environment of mutual respect with the shared mission to modernize technology for the modern workforce* Strong communication skills: can communicate complex technical concepts and align organization on decisions that will set the tone for engineering practices, quality, and frameworks at Pacific Life* Sound problem-solving skills: can quickly process complex information and present it clearly and simply**What will make you stand out:*** Experience working in the financial services industry (insurance industry a plus)* Extensive knowledge and experience of Quality Assurance and Software Engineering in test principles, methodologies, testing tools and framework in Software/SaaS environments on cloud and on-premises* Confidently understands and can lead teams on improving their engineering practices towards excellence* Is passionate about technology and Gen AI and excited about the impact of emerging / disruptive technologies* Believes in a culture of transparency and trust and is open to learning new ideas outside scope**You belong at Pacific Life**At Pacific Life we are committed to a culture of belonging, a space where all employees areempowered to be authentic. One way we cultivate an inclusive culture is through our employee connection groups. The purpose of these employee-led groups is to offer a place to build community, connection, camaraderie, and a sense of belonging.Each group can be active in education, advocacy, recruitment, #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $161k-247k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Principal II, Software Engineer, DevEx

    Herbalife 4.9company rating

    Software engineer lead job in Torrance, CA

    THE ROLE: We are seeking a Principal II Software Engineer specializing in Developer Experience (DevEx) to lead the vision, strategy, and execution of developer productivity initiatives at Herbalife. This role is pivotal in transforming how our developers build, test, and deliver software by driving consistency, efficiency, and empowerment across our global organization. HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE: Architecting developer platforms within Herbalife: build, improve, and centralize CI/CD systems, implement self-service tooling Define, implement, and integrate workflows for builds, deployments, and testing to reduce friction and improve reliability Establish standards for code quality, outline and document procedures and guidelines, and provide operational excellence baked into workflows Pioneer and rollout new systems throughout organization Deliver implementations and proof‑of‑concepts that application teams can adopt organization wide. Build and maintain frameworks and libraries that contribute to reusability across the DevEx platforms and systems Make measurable improvements to release cadence and a positive developer experience. Collaborate with Cloud, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure compliance, and resilience within the developer experience WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT THE TEAM: The DevEx team is evolving from the former CI/CD team, with a renewed focus on improving build pipelines, deployment systems, and developer workflows. Our team's mission is to streamline the software development life cycle, reduce friction, and empower application teams to release with better speed and reliability. Qualifications SKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL: 7+ years of software engineering experience with modern languages and frameworks. Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java). Deep experience in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and developer tooling. Proven ability to design and evolve workflows that improve productivity and reliability Knowledge of cloud platforms and container orchestration (GCP, Azure, Kubernetes) Expertise defining and communicating standards and best practices for application development teams. Track record mentoring, guiding, and collaborating with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders. Ability to work autonomously, while identifying opportunities, recommending solutions, and driving organizational improvements and cost savings initiatives Education Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required. US Benefits Statement Herbalife offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees in the U.S. (limited to the 50 States and the District of Columbia), which includes Group Health Programs, other Voluntary Benefit Programs, and Paid Time Off. Group Health Programs include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Basic Life/AD&D; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Other Voluntary Benefit Programs include a 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Supplemental Life/Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Paid time off includes Company-observed U.S. Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, a Volunteer Program, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave and time off for voting. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $151k-196k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Senior Principal Software Engineer (Contingent)

    Prattwhitney

    Software engineer lead job in Anaheim, CA

    **Date Posted:**2025-10-02**Country:**United States of America**Location:**CA620: AST160N Riverview Anaheim Hill 160 North Riverview Drive Suite 300, Anaheim, CA, 92808 USA**Position Role Type:**Onsite**U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:**The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance**Security Clearance:**TS/SCI without Polygraph**THIS ROLE IS CONTINGENT**: Employment is based on contract award and customer funding.Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace**Applied Signal Technology (AST**) is seeking a **Senior Principal Software Engineer** with deep expertise in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) operating within a complex electronic warfare environment to lead the development of multi-sensor guidance and navigation systems. AST provides trusted strategic and tactical SIGINT solutions that secure the interests of the U.S. and its partners. AST's work in areas such as high-capacity broadband communications, signal processing and analysis, tactical SIGINT, and wireless communications continually challenges our extraordinary engineers to resolve problems and make the world a safer place. AST's work environment is dynamic, highly collaborative and provides engineers with the freedom to strengthen and expand their skills, explore new and creative ideas, and work closely with our nation's finest service members all while embracing integrity, innovation and work-life balance.We are seeking an innovative and mission-driven **Senior Principal Software Engineer** with deep expertise in Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR), GNSS systems, and System-on-Chip (SoC) development. This position plays a key role in the design, development, and deployment of innovative technologies related to jamming, spoofing, and high-performance navigation and timing solutions in contested and denied environments.As a technical leader, you will contribute to software architectures that tightly integrate with custom SoC platforms and provide advanced PNT capabilities across space, airborne, and ground-based systems. You will be expected to bring deep software engineering expertise while collaborating closely with systems, FPGA, RF, and cyber teams.This is an **ONSITE** position located at our **Anaheim Hills, CA** location. To find out more about AST please, click the link below:**What You Will Do:*** Lead the software design and development of NAVWAR-enabled GNSS receivers and PNT systems running on custom SoC platforms.* Architect and implement embedded software for real-time, secure navigation processing in hardware-constrained environments.* Collaborate with SoC and FPGA engineers to define hardware/software partitioning and system interface layers.* Perform system-level integration and testing, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and RF simulation environments.* Support mission-critical NAVWAR systems from inception to prototype, including field testing and customer engagement.* Travel up to 25%**Qualifications You Must Have:*** Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience* Typically requires 10 years of professional experience in software engineering, with significant contributions to embedded or real-time systems.* Proven experience with GNSS software development, including signal processing, tracking loops, or navigation algorithms. Preference given to expertise related to spoofing/jamming mitigation, signal integrity, and advanced GNSS signal processing.* Integrate GNSS algorithms, anti-jam/anti-spoofing techniques, and NAVWAR mission features into software-defined radio (SDR) or SoC platforms.* Deep understanding of NAVWAR concepts, including threat mitigation (jamming/spoofing), signal protection, and secure PNT.* Proficiency in C/C++, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and low-level driver development.* Experience working with secure coding practices and embedded systems in a defense or aerospace context.* Familiarity with lab tools and environments including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), GNSS signal simulators, and SDR platforms (e.g., USRP, Ettus, or custom boards).* Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) U.S. government issued security clearance is required.* U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance**Qualifications We Prefer:*** Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field.* Experience with military-grade GNSS receivers.* Familiarity with DO-178C, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet, or other mission bus protocols.* Experience with DevSecOps pipelines, containerization (Docker), and CI/CD in secure environments.* Active DoD Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance within the last 24 months.**What We Offer*** Medical, dental, and vision insurance * Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees * Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option * Tuition reimbursement program * Student Loan Repayment Program * Life insurance and disability coverage * Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection * Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits * Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning * Adoption Assistance * Autism Benefit * Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions * Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program * Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits * Bright Horizons, child and elder care services * Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program * Eligible for relocation* And More!**Learn More & Apply Now!**civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions - whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative**\*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.****Onsite**: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.#AST***As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.***The salary range for this role is 137,000 USD - 275,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $134k-190k yearly est. 3d ago
  • Principal II, Software Engineer, DevEx

    Jobr.Pro

    Software engineer lead job in Torrance, CA

    Overview The Role: We are seeking a Principal II Software Engineer specializing in Developer Experience (DevEx) to lead the vision, strategy, and execution of developer productivity initiatives at Herbalife. This role is pivotal in transforming how our developers build, test, and deliver software by driving consistency, efficiency, and empowerment across our global organization. How You Would Contribute: Architecting developer platforms within Herbalife: build, improve, and centralize CI/CD systems, implement self-service tooling Define,, and integrate workflows for builds, deployments, and testing to reduce friction and improve reliability Establish standards for code quality, outline and document procedures and guidelines, and provide operational excellence baked into workflows Pioneer and rollout new systems throughout organization Deliver implementations and proof-of-concepts that application teams can adopt organization wide. Build and maintain frameworks and libraries that contribute to reusability across the DevEx platforms and systems Make measurable improvements to release cadence and a positive developer experience. Collaborate with Cloud, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure compliance, and resilience within the developer experience What'S Special About The Team: The DevEx team is evolving from the former CI/CD team, with a renewed focus on improving build pipelines, deployment systems, and developer workflows. Our team's mission is to streamline the software development life cycle, reduce friction, and empower application teams to release with better speed and reliability. Qualifications SKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL: 7+ years of software engineering experience with modern languages and frameworks. Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java). Deep experience in CI/CD pipelines, automation, and developer tooling. Proven ability to design and evolve workflows that improve productivity and reliability Knowledge of cloud platforms and container orchestration (GCP, Azure, Kubernetes) Expertise defining and communicating standards and best practices for application development teams. Track record mentoring, guiding, and collaborating with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders. Ability to work autonomously, while identifying opportunities, recommending solutions, and driving organizational improvements and cost savings initiatives Education Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field required. Us Benefits Statement Herbalife offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees in the U.S. (limited to the 50 States and the District of Columbia), which includes Group Health Programs, other Voluntary Benefit Programs, and Paid Time Off. Group Health Programs include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Basic Life/AD&D; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Other Voluntary Benefit Programs include a 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Supplemental Life/Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Paid time off includes Company-observed U.S. Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, a Volunteer Program, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave and time off for voting. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $135k-191k yearly est. 5d ago
  • Lead Architect, Real-Time Flight Software

    Singularity Defense Corp

    Software engineer lead job in El Segundo, CA

    A stealth-mode Aerospace & Defense startup is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead embedded systems development and ensure robust software-hardware integration. You will guide teams through complex, high-performance software challenges in an innovative environment. The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience, including leadership in embedded systems, and is driven to define the backbone of the company's capabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $117k-173k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

    Disneyland Hong Kong

    Software engineer lead job in Santa Monica, CA

    Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world‑class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, ABC, ABC News…and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Job Summary: As a Senior Software Development in Test Engineer (SDET) within DEEP&T, you will touch the lives of Disney fans around the world, working on innovative digital products and platforms from Disney, ESPN, National Geographic, ABC, Marvel, Star Wars and more. You will be a leader on the Quality Engineering team, whose primary goal is continually improving the quality of the products that Disney is known for while decreasing time‑to‑market and enabling innovation. This role makes you a stakeholder in every digital property developed and released by the DEEP&Technology group, as well as the platforms and enterprise applications that power them. As an experienced Senior Software Development in Test Engineer who has passion to drive quality and productivity into world‑class applications and services, you will be an integral part of a small group of talented and driven software engineers dedicated to building test automation, tools, reports, and services that enable product engineering teams to deliver all Disney digital applications with the quality and reliability expected by our guests. Responsibilities: Developing and supporting test automation frameworks, execution environments, build systems, and reporting tools Contributing to the development and maintenance of the architecture for frameworks, execution environments, build systems and tooling used across multiple products Independently break large stories into smaller tasks based on stakeholder requirements Design solutions and develop architecture for a new project feature, with occasional guidance from more senior engineers Maintain documentation meant for end‑user consumption as well as project contributor documentation Support and mentor developers and manual testers through code reviews, knowledge‑sharing, and technical leadership Investigation and resolution of any framework, tool or execution environment issues affecting our services Become a core member of our Productivity Engineering team, helping others increase productivity through innovation, and championing the core value of Disney Quality Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a software development Engineer in Test (SDET) occupation, including automated testing of front end and backend services using a structured programming language. Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree and/or equivalent work experience Experience with test automation and unit testing frameworks Excellent problem‑solving skills. Excellent collaboration skills and ability to use standard software development lifecycle (SDLC) tools such as Jira and Confluence, and version control systems. Experience leading one to two teams in technical solutioning Strong verbal and written communication skills. Highly motivated, self‑starting individual Preferred Qualifications: Experience shipping a production React or Node.js application Experience in mobile and web application development and testing Experience with developing applications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) Experience working with Agile methodologies Working knowledge of web accessibility fundamentals Experience with Kafka, Amazon SQS, and Kinesis Experience with Spinnaker, Jenkins, Norfolk, and continuous integration/delivery systems Experience writing Gherkin syntax to facilitate the development of automated test scenarios Experience developing advanced mocking mechanisms (e.g., rule‑based proxies and dummy‑services) Experience with test suite/case/run management tools (e.g., JIRA Xray, etc.) #DISNEYTECH 工作概要: Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world‑class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, ABC, ABC News…and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Job Summary: As a Senior Software Development in Test Engineer (SDET) within DEEP&T, you will touch the lives of Disney fans around the world, working on innovative digital products and platforms from Disney, ESPN, National Geographic, ABC, Marvel, Star Wars and more. You will be a leader on the Quality Engineering team, whose primary goal is continually improving the quality of the products that Disney is known for while decreasing time‑to‑market and enabling innovation. As an experienced Senior Software Development in Test Engineer who has passion to drive quality and productivity into world‑class applications and services, you will be an integral part of a small group of talented and driven software engineers dedicated to building test automation, tools, reports, and services that enable product engineering teams to deliver all Disney digital applications with the quality and reliability expected by our guests. Responsibilities: Developing and supporting test automation frameworks, execution environments, build systems, and reporting tools Contributing to the development and maintenance of the architecture for frameworks, execution environments, build systems and tooling used across multiple products Independently break large stories into smaller tasks based on stakeholder requirements Design solutions and develop architecture for a new project feature, with occasional guidance from more senior engineers Maintain documentation meant for end‑user consumption as well as project contributor documentation Support and mentor developers and manual testers through code reviews, knowledge‑sharing, and technical leadership Investigate and resolve any framework, tool or execution environment issues affecting our services Become a core member of our Productivity Engineering team, helping others increase productivity through innovation, and championing the core value of Disney Quality Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in a software development Engineer in Test (SDET) occupation, including automated testing of front end and backend services using a structured programming language. Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree and/or equivalent work experience Experience with test automation and unit testing frameworks Excellent problem‑solving skills. Excellent collaboration skills and ability to use standard software development lifecycle (SDLC) tools such as Jira and Confluence, and version control systems. Experience leading one to two teams in technical solutioning Strong verbal and written communication skills. Highly motivated, self‑starting individual Preferred Qualifications: Experience shipping a production React or Node.js application Experience in mobile and web application development and testing Experience with developing applications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) Experience working with Agile methodologies Working knowledge of web accessibility fundamentals Experience with Kafka, Amazon SQS, and Kinesis Experience with Spinnaker, Jenkins, Norfolk, and continuous integration/delivery systems Experience writing Gherkin syntax to facilitate the development of automated test scenarios Experience developing advanced mocking mechanisms (e.g., rule‑based proxies and dummy‑services) Experience with test suite/case/run management tools (e.g., JIRA Xray, etc.) #DISNEYTECH 其他資訊: DISNEYTECH Disability Accommodation for Employment Applications The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $115k-158k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Senior Software Engineer, Quantum Control (Fire Opal)

    Q-CTRL

    Software engineer lead job in Los Angeles, CA

    About the team At Q-CTRL, Quantum Computing Engineering is a global team of software engineers and infrastructure experts,combining deep technical expertise with a startup mindset to deliver real impact through software innovation. Our work is underpinned by robust standards, and by embracing the three virtues. Our team excels in areas across back-end, front-end, machine learning, and platform engineering. We transform Q-CTRL's world-leading technological breakthroughs into commercial software products with applications across defense, research, and industry. We work closely with Product, Design, and Research teams to accelerate the path to quantum advantage worldwide. About the role As a Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing software solutions for quantum technologies and deploying them in the Q-CTRL product suite. What you'll be doing Development work in the application code base for Q-CTRL's error suppression products. Assist in integrating Fire Opal with external customer's systems. Implementing novel control and error mitigation techniques developed in collaboration with research scientists for improving quantum circuit performance. Mentoring other developers and autonomously addressing high priority work. Review and address code and comments submitted by the team via pull requests. Build robust tooling for monitoring, benchmarking, and experimentation. Collaborating cross-functionally with members of Q-CTRL's technical staff. Other duties within the Employee's skills and experience, or with reasonable training. Ideally you'll have A Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, physics, or related STEM field. 4+ years of experience as an individual contributor in a professional software role, or equivalent experience. 4+ years of programming experience with Python, Rust, C++, or other general-purpose languages. A background in quantum computing, software design, high performance computing, or the related. It would be fantastic if you have these skills/backgrounds but not essential A Ph.D. in computer science, experimental physics, mathematics, or a related area. Experience in experimental physics or the design and integration of superconducting quantum devices. Experience in designing and implementing software to abstract and standardize interactions with heterogeneous hardware interfaces. Salary The base salary for this position is targeted between $115,000 - $170,000 and will ultimately be determined by specific job-related skills, experience, level, location and other contributing factors. Depending on the position offered, this role may be eligible for annual discretionary bonuses, equity and other forms of compensation outside of the targeted range. For more information on benefits at Q-CTRL, please visit our careers page at *************************** About Q-CTRL Q-CTRL is the global leader in AI-powered quantum control infrastructure software. We build the tools that make quantum technology useful, solving the hardest challenges in quantum computing and quantum sensing to deliver real-world impact. Founded in 2017, we operate globally with offices in Sydney, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Berlin, and Oxford. Our teams bring together technical and multi-disciplinary expertise across the product lifecycle, and we're hiring talent to help scale every part of the business. We work quickly to turn cutting-edge science into deployable technology. In 2024 we raised US$113 million in Series B funding, the largest aggregate investment for a quantum software company. Six months later we delivered the first commercial quantum advantage with Ironstone Opal, our field-validated quantum navigation solution for defense and industry. At Q-CTRL, we prioritize outcomes over hours. We offer flexibility, equity potential, and competitive benefits that reflect our high-performance culture. If you're ready to help shape the future of quantum, we'd love to hear from you! EEO Statement Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Please be advised that our communications will only come from *************** domain. All our active job postings are available on our company website. To recruitment agencies, we do not accept unsolicited branded profiles and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $115k-170k yearly 2d ago
  • Senior Software Engineer, Backend

    Axle Health 4.0company rating

    Software engineer lead job in Santa Monica, CA

    About Us Axle Health builds scheduling and workforce management software to empower in-home healthcare providers to deliver exceptional, personalized care right where patients feel most comfortable-at home. Some of the biggest providers in the country use our software (like Cityblock Health and GrandCare) to improve the utilization of their field teams by 17%+, and automate the operational burden of scheduling and dispatching. Our platform includes proprietary logistics algorithms to optimize scheduling, a mobile app for field staff, an operations dashboard for office teams, engagement and booking tools for patients, and a wide range of integrations and external APIs for modular access. We're a team of top-tier engineers and operators, backed by $14m from top investors such as Y Combinator, Pear VC, and F-Prime, applying our intellect and logistics experience to upend how home healthcare is delivered. About You We\'re looking for a growth-stage ready Staff Software Engineer focused on our Backend systems to join our Platform Engineering team, responsible for connecting our best in class logistics platform into users' daily workflows. This role will design and implement high leverage, high performance technical processes and systems. Our ideal candidate can lead initiatives in different domains and is fueled by a passion for tackling complex problems head-on. You have a combination of practical experience and a strong commitment to your personal growth and the growth of those around you. Whether you\'ve honed your expertise designing web-scale systems at large companies, or scaling startups from 0 to 1, we want to hear your story. What You'll Do Design and develop platform capabilities enabling integrations with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. Lead efforts to optimize service orchestration, data flow, and performance Drive high standards for security, testability, observability, and deployment automation. Architect high volume systems that will support hundreds of thousands of patients Design and maintain modern, developer-friendly APIs and SDKs and documentation Collaborate with and lead other engineers to build performant, scaleable, and secure systems Requirements Bachelor\'s degree 7-10+ years of software engineering experience Expertise building backend systems in Python (1-2 years) and Node + TypeScript (1-2 years) Hands-on experience designing relational database schemas and migrations for scalability, extensibility, performance, and stability Experience managing customer-facing APIs through versioning, deprecation cycles, and customer migration paths Proven ability to diagnose and fix performance bottlenecks in database-backed applications Working knowledge of CI/CD, DevOps, and build systems Strong communication skills to explain technical decisions to non-technical stakeholders Experience working in high growth, fast paced startup environments Nice to Haves Experience working with Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and/or healthcare interoperability standards (FHIR / HL7) Experience building systems managing HIPAA compliant data or similar compliance driven industries with data security requirements Experience building scalable, observable distributed systems Experience building ETL pipelines to extract from multiple source systems and load into cloud-based data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) to support analytics and reporting needs across the organization. Tools You Will Use Django + Python 3 Node + Typescript GraphQL PostgresSQL AWS Datadog for monitoring and observability Git / Github / Graphite What We Offer In addition to offering a competitive salary and equity, we want to ensure every team member has the tools they need to work to the best of their ability. To that end… We are committed to your Ownership: We cultivate an environment where team members feel ownership over the work they do. Everyone in an organization has big ideas and we want to hear them and implement them. All of our employees have equity compensation. We want you to benefit from all the hard work you do in helping patients and catalyzing this shift in healthcare. We are committed to your Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision 401k plan Flexible PTO, sick days, and working hours Santa Monica HQ with 180 degree beach views and daily catered lunches We are committed to your Growth: Fast paced work environment geared towards professional growth Get the chance to move roles within the organization to learn new skills and continue to make an impact We are committed to building Community: Monthly team events, dinners, & happy hours Special team outings - some past events have included: yacht cruises, visits to Universal Studios, Magic Castle, and Vegas #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $120k-168k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Senior Software Engineer

    Popid

    Software engineer lead job in Santa Monica, CA

    PopID is the universal gateway for verifying an individual's identity based on their face for applications such as loyalty and payment. Founded in 2018, we are a well funded, fast growing startup based in Santa Monica, CA (***************************** PopId closed its Series C funding in May 2025 with $100 million valuation, backed by PayPal, Visa, Verifone and Chipotle We are a team of solution-driven professionals experienced in the financial, engineering, and software industries, dedicated to creating more positive experiences for ordering, loyalty, and payments. We are looking for full-time Senior Software Engineers seeking to take part in revolutionizing the consumer experience using advanced biometrics technologies. You will be an integral part of the PopID development team helping drive customer integrations, introducing new payment gateways and deploying best-in-class biometric solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of Java, AWS, Linux and a desire to research, learn, test and implement new emerging technologies. Job Type: Full-Time (On Site) Responsibilities Architect, design and build backend APIs used by partners to integrate our biometric payments platform into retail stores. Integrate additional payment gateways and payment processors within our PopID platform. Test, analyze and integrate new biometric face and palm recognition technologies Make decisions and drive infrastructure developments to help scale our business across the United States and Middle East. Mentor new engineers and lead the development of new teams. Key Qualifications 8+ years of experience in a Software Engineer role Experience building backend services in one of the following: Java, Scala or Kotlin Strong Experience with service oriented architecture, writing REST API's, unit testing, and architectural design Strong Experience with Relational/NoSQL databases and Kafka Experience working with AWS (Amazon Web Services) Experience working with Docker and Kubernetes Strong working knowledge and proven working experience with the following: Linux based operating systems, TCP/IP networks, CI/CD pipeline, scripting languages Ability to communicate to technical teams as well as non-technical resources Preferred Skills Full stack application development experience Experience with Play web framework Experience in the payments industry Understanding of OWASP Top 10 The starting base pay range for this position is $160K - $200K annually. Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and may also fluctuate depending on the candidate's location and the overall job market. In addition to base pay, PopID offers a competitive compensation package that includes bonus, stock options, unlimited PTO, and a fully paid health care benefits package (medical, dental, vision plans). PopID, Inc is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your Right to Work - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $160k-200k yearly 3d ago
  • Senior Software Engineer (Java/Full-Stack)

    TWG Global Ai

    Software engineer lead job in Santa Monica, CA

    At TWG Group Holdings, LLC (“TWG Global”), we drive innovation and business transformation across a range of industries-including financial services, insurance, technology, media, and sports-by leveraging data and AI as core assets. Our AI-first, cloud-native approach delivers real-time intelligence and interactive business applications, empowering informed decision-making for both customers and employees. We prioritize responsible data and AI practices, ensuring ethical standards and regulatory compliance. Our decentralized structure enables each business unit to operate autonomously, supported by a central AI Solutions Group, while strategic partnerships with leading data and AI vendors fuel game-changing efforts in marketing, operations, and product development. You will collaborate with management to advance our data and analytics transformation, enhance productivity, and enable agile, data-driven decisions. By leveraging relationships with top tech startups and universities, you will help create competitive advantages and driveenterprise innovation. At TWG Global, your contributions will support our goal of sustained growth and superior returns, as we deliver rare value and impact across our businesses. The Role We're looking for a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer with deep experience across the stack, with a strong command of modern frontend frameworks (like React) and professional experience writing backend code in Java. In this role, you'll build scalable, high-performance applications and contribute to architectural decisions that shape our platform's future. You'll collaborate closely with product and design, and take ownership of complex engineering challenges from concept through production. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain full-stack web applications Both design, develop, and maintain backend services, RESTful APIs, and data models Lead development of React-based UIs, with thoughtful component architecture and performance optimizations Architect scalable systems and contribute to high-level design and planning Drive code quality, testing, and engineering best practices across the team Collaborate across functions to deliver end-to-end product features Mentor junior engineers and support peer learning Qualifications: 5+ years of professional software engineering experience building complex, scalable applications Strong proficiency in both React and Java, including state management and component architecture Solid understanding of database design, with experience in relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL Experience in designing and developing APIs (not just using them) Familiarity with distributed systems, microservices, and modern system design patterns Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and CI/CD pipelines Ability to write clean, well-tested, maintainable code across the stack Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Preferred Qualifications: Experience with GraphQL or WebSockets Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes) Previous experience working in high-growth or startup environments Position Location This position is preferred to be located in Santa Monica, CA. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Compensation The base pay for this position is $160,000-$190,000. A bonus will be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. TWG is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $160k-190k yearly 3d ago
  • Cloud-Native Full-Stack Engineer: Node, AWS, Java

    Successstoneit

    Software engineer lead job in Riverside, CA

    A leading IT company in California is seeking a skilled professional with expertise in Cloud/AWS Technologies to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in software automation, CI/CD practices, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Responsibilities include designing and developing functionalities, creating automated tests, and facilitating Scrum ceremonies. This position offers opportunities for collaboration and impactful contributions to the team's success. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $118k-163k yearly est. 6d ago
  • Software Engineer in Test

    Qualizeal

    Software engineer lead job in Los Angeles, CA

    About the job Qualizeal is North America's Fastest-growing Independent Digital Quality Engineering Services company with a global headcount of 800+ Software Quality and Development Engineers. Trusted by 40+ global enterprises, QualiZeal has delivered over 200 successful projects-in the areas of Quality Engineering, Digital Engineering, Advisory and Transformation, and Emerging Technology Testing-earning an industry-leading client NPS score of 85. Founded on principles of delivery excellence, service orientation and customer delight, we are a fast-paced, culture-driven organization on a high-growth trajectory. Recognitions: · Great Place to Work Certified (2023,2024) · Major Contender in Quality Engineering by Everest Group (2023) · Economic Times Excellence Award (2023) · The Global Choice Award (2022) · NASSCOM Member · ISO 13485:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 · Glassdoor Rating: 4.7 Job Title: SDET - Playwright & TypeScript Location: Los Angeles, CA(onsite) Work Mode: Onsite. Job Description: We are looking for a highly skilled SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) with strong experience in Playwright and TypeScript to join our team in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, quality-focused, and comfortable working closely with developers and product teams in an onsite environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright with TypeScript. Create and execute UI, API, and end-to-end automated test cases. Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines. Perform manual testing when required and support exploratory testing. Collaborate with developers to understand features, identify risks, and improve test coverage. Analyze test results, log defects, and track them to closure. Ensure high-quality deliverables by enforcing testing best practices. Required Skills & Qualifications: 10 years of experience in Software Testing / SDET roles. Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and TypeScript. Solid knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript, web technologies (HTML, CSS). Experience testing web applications across browsers. Knowledge of API testing (Postman, REST APIs, etc.). Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, etc.). Familiarity with Git and version control systems. Strong communication skills and ability to work onsite in Los Angeles.
    $85k-119k yearly est. 4d ago
  • Senior Software Engineer

    Gethealthspan

    Software engineer lead job in Santa Monica, CA

    LocationSanta Monica, United StatesJobs at Healthspan# Senior Software Engineer at HealthspanLocationSanta Monica, United StatesSalary$120000 - $149994 /year Job TypeFull-time Date PostedJanuary 4th, 2026Apply NowWe are seeking a talented and experienced engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves working with established technologies to develop and enhance our telemedicine platform. You will be responsible for building scalable, high-performance applications and contributing to our mission of advancing health optimization.**Qualifications:*** Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges* Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team* Excellent communication skills* Extensive experience with RESTful API design and implementation, including knowledge of API best practices, security, and performance optimization.* Familiarity with API documentation tools like Swagger, Postman, or OpenAPI.* Strong understanding of microservices architecture and experience in building scalable, distributed systems.* Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.* Knowledge of version control systems such as Git, and experience with CI/CD pipelines.* Understanding of authentication and authorization mechanisms such as OAuth, JWT, and API keys.* **Strong Skills in MongoDB**: Proficiency in database design, optimization, and management.* **Expertise in Node.js**: Experience in building scalable server-side applications.**Preferred Skills:*** Knowledge of API gateway technologies such as AWS API Gateway.* Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, particularly as they relate to API deployment and monitoring.* Understanding of caching strategies and technologies such as Redis or Memcached for optimizing API performance.* Experience in building APIs that comply with industry standards and regulations, particularly in healthcare.* Experience with Vue.js and React for frontend development is highly desirable but not required.* Experience with GraphQL or gRPC in addition to REST APIs is nice to have.**Responsibilities:*** Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable APIs that meet the needs of our applications and clients.* Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other engineers to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.* Ensure API security, including implementing authentication, authorization, and encryption mechanisms.* Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, following best practices and standards.* Optimize API performance, including latency, throughput, and scalability.* Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to API functionality, performance, and integration.* Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and technical leadership in API development.* Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in API development, and continuously improve our API architecture and practices.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience**Professional Growth Opportunities:**This role offers more than just a job; it's a career-defining opportunity. As Healthspan continues to grow, you will have the chance to advance in title, compensation, and responsibility. By joining our team, you'll not only influence our strategic direction but also expand your skills in a thriving environment that values autonomy, craftsmanship and leadership. Whether you're looking to become a key decision-maker in digital health or aiming to excel in a senior management position, Healthspan provides the pathway to achieve your professional goals. This role is designed for those who seek to make a mark in their career while contributing to a significant cause.**Our Culture at Healthspan:**At Healthspan, leadership is not a role or title-it's an action. Every team member is empowered to take the lead on initiatives, prioritizing innovation and problem-solving at the forefront of our operations. As a startup with an ambitious mission, these qualities are not just valued; they are essential.We are also deeply committed to the quality of our work. We are all working on honing our crafts. In doing so, we are not only seeking to achieve excellence in our outputs but also foster personal and professional growth. This attention to detail ensures that we continuously push the boundaries of the value that we can provide to our patients and the broader field of longevity medicine.A growth mindset is the cornerstone of our team dynamic. At Healthspan, being adaptable, continuously learning, and embracing challenges are crucial for success. We seek individuals who are not only skilled but are also dedicated to personal development and are eager to contribute to our collective mission.Lastly, our foundational purpose is to serve our patients. Healthspan was inspired by a personal health crisis experienced by our founder, which drives our commitment to deliver the highest possible value through our programs. Every aspect of our work is focused on enhancing patient care and outcomes.By joining Healthspan you will be joining a team that is advancing longevity science. At Healthspan, your work directly contributes to connecting individuals with cutting-edge solutions to optimize their health. You'll be joining at an early stage, allowing you to significantly impact our growth trajectory and experience substantial personal and professional growth alongside our company. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a revolutionary shift in healthcare, where your efforts help shape the future of health optimization and longevity.**What We Offer:*** Opportunities for professional growth.* Collaborative and inclusive environment.* Being part of a transformative healthcare mission.* 401k* Insurance* Unlimited VacationAt Healthspan, we are changing healthcare delivery through our longevity-focused telemedicine platform. We specialize in interventions targeting cellular senescence and mTOR pathways, based on the pioneering research of Dr. Mikhail Blagosklonny. Our mission is to optimize human performance and cellular function, empowering patients to control aging and prevent age-related chronic diseases. **Description:** #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $120k-150k yearly 5d ago
  • Senior Accounting Leader - Multi-Unit Restaurant Finance

    Leap Brands

    Software engineer lead job in Costa Mesa, CA

    A renowned restaurant group in Costa Mesa, California, is seeking a Vice President of Accounting to oversee all accounting operations including financial reporting, general ledger, payroll, and compliance. This leadership role involves ensuring accurate and timely financial statements, contributing to strategic decision-making, and managing a high-performing accounting team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, a CPA, over 10 years of relevant experience, and strong leadership skills. Competence in financial reporting and restaurant operations is essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    $97k-153k yearly est. 3d ago

Learn more about software engineer lead jobs

How much does a software engineer lead earn in Avocado Heights, CA?

The average software engineer lead in Avocado Heights, CA earns between $103,000 and $192,000 annually. This compares to the national average software engineer lead range of $93,000 to $168,000.

Average software engineer lead salary in Avocado Heights, CA

$141,000
Job type you want
Full Time
Part Time
Internship
Temporary