Application Development Lead Jobs in Florida
Application Development Lead jobs in Florida are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in enterprise technology, financial services, healthcare IT, and defense contracting across a range from senior individual contributors to team-lead and director-track roles. The largest hiring metros are Tampa, Miami, and Orlando, where established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Raymond James, and AdventHealth consistently recruit for these positions. The most sought-after specialties in Florida include full-stack development leadership, cloud-native application architecture, and Agile delivery management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POWER UP A CAREER WITH US
Our people power everything we do.
At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill and passion drive our success. We’ve been lighting the way for West Central Florida for more than 125 years—and we’re just getting started.
Join us and build a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports your growth. Your potential finds its purpose at Tampa Electric.
We proudly deliver 99.98% electric service reliability to nearly 860,000 customers across 2,000 square miles of Hillsborough County and parts of Polk, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Through innovation and strategic investments, we’re creating a cleaner, brighter energy future—while delivering exceptional service every step of the way.
We reflect the communities we serve and foster a workplace where every employee feels welcomed, valued and engaged. Join our team of energy experts and help shape the future of power.
Storm Duty Requirements
Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
Tampa Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, please click on link below:
Disclosure Statements
Power up a career with us. Our people are our greatest investments.
Be the light to help us keep our customers connected. If you are interested in a career and not just a position, Tampa Electric is the place to be! Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company.
We’re honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Florida and safely provide them with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. We’ve been doing it for more than 100 years, and there’s so much more ahead.
Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do.
Tampa Electric is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes TECO Peoples Gas and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations.
The Tampa Electric Internship & Cooperative Education Program offers college degree-seeking students opportunities for professional growth while helping meet business needs. The program extends the educational experience through practical work that complements formal classroom learning.
POSITION SUMMARY / DETAILS
This internship provides hands-on experience supporting application development and delivery activities for the ADI program. The selected student will assist with requirements, configuration, coding, testing, documentation, and issue resolution under the guidance of experienced team members. The role offers exposure to the software development lifecycle, enterprise applications, integration, and agile delivery practices.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Application Development Support: Assist with coding, configuration, scripts, prototypes, or low-code solutions based on approved requirements and team standards.
- Testing and Quality: Prepare test data, execute test cases, document results, and support defect identification, triage, and retesting.
- Requirements and Design: Participate in discussions with business and technical partners; help document user stories, process flows, acceptance criteria, and solution details.
- Technical Documentation: Maintain development notes, configuration records, support procedures, release documentation, and knowledge articles.
- Team Delivery: Participate in team meetings, demonstrations, code or design reviews, and continuous improvement activities.
PHYSICAL LOCATION OF INTERNSHIP
605 Lake Kathy Drive, Brandon, FL 33510 (primary reporting location; work assignments may include meetings or activities at other company locations, as business needs require).
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION / GPA
The successful applicant should be enrolled in an accredited university or college undergraduate or graduate-level post-secondary educational program in a related discipline.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- To qualify as a co-op student, enrollment in the university's co-op program is required.
Target / Related Degrees: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Engineering
Preferred Year in School: Junior, Senior, or Graduate student
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Programming Foundation: Coursework or experience with one or more programming or scripting languages such as Java, C#, JavaScript, Python, or SQL.
- Development Concepts: Basic understanding of software development, databases, APIs, testing, source control, or agile delivery.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to break down technical problems, research options, test solutions, and ask effective questions.
- Quality and Documentation: Attention to coding standards, testing accuracy, maintainability, and clear technical documentation.
- Collaboration: Ability to work constructively with developers, analysts, testers, vendors, and business partners.
PREFERRED AVAILABILITY
Part-time, ideally 20-30 hours per week, aligned with academic commitments and business needs.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily in a normal office environment at Lake Kathy. The intern may participate in meetings, demonstrations, testing, or project activities in operational or technical settings and must follow all applicable safety, security, and site-access requirements.
COMPETENCIES
- Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
- Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
- Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
- Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
- Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
- Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgment
A pre-employment drug screening and background check, including employment, criminal, and motor vehicle review, will be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
POWER UP A CAREER WITH US
Our people power everything we do.
At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill and passion drive our success. We’ve been lighting the way for West Central Florida for more than 125 years—and we’re just getting started.
Join us and build a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports your growth. Your potential finds its purpose at Tampa Electric.
We proudly deliver 99.98% electric service reliability to nearly 860,000 customers across 2,000 square miles of Hillsborough County and parts of Polk, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Through innovation and strategic investments, we’re creating a cleaner, brighter energy future—while delivering exceptional service every step of the way.
We reflect the communities we serve and foster a workplace where every employee feels welcomed, valued and engaged. Join our team of energy experts and help shape the future of power.
Storm Duty Requirements
Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
Tampa Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, please click on link below:
Disclosure Statements
Power up a career with us. Our people are our greatest investments.
Be the light to help us keep our customers connected. If you are interested in a career and not just a position, Tampa Electric is the place to be! Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment. We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company.
We’re honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Florida and safely provide them with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. We’ve been doing it for more than 100 years, and there’s so much more ahead.
Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions all while keeping top-notch customer service at the center of all we do.
Tampa Electric is a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which also includes TECO Peoples Gas and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available in all of these locations.
The Tampa Electric Internship & Cooperative Education Program offers college degree-seeking students opportunities for professional growth while helping meet business needs. The program extends the educational experience through practical work that complements formal classroom learning.
POSITION SUMMARY / DETAILS
This internship provides hands-on experience supporting application development and delivery activities for the ADI program. The selected student will assist with requirements, configuration, coding, testing, documentation, and issue resolution under the guidance of experienced team members. The role offers exposure to the software development lifecycle, enterprise applications, integration, and agile delivery practices.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Application Development Support: Assist with coding, configuration, scripts, prototypes, or low-code solutions based on approved requirements and team standards.
- Testing and Quality: Prepare test data, execute test cases, document results, and support defect identification, triage, and retesting.
- Requirements and Design: Participate in discussions with business and technical partners; help document user stories, process flows, acceptance criteria, and solution details.
- Technical Documentation: Maintain development notes, configuration records, support procedures, release documentation, and knowledge articles.
- Team Delivery: Participate in team meetings, demonstrations, code or design reviews, and continuous improvement activities.
PHYSICAL LOCATION OF INTERNSHIP
605 Lake Kathy Drive, Brandon, FL 33510 (primary reporting location; work assignments may include meetings or activities at other company locations, as business needs require).
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION / GPA
The successful applicant should be enrolled in an accredited university or college undergraduate or graduate-level post-secondary educational program in a related discipline.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- To qualify as a co-op student, enrollment in the university's co-op program is required.
Target / Related Degrees: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Engineering
Preferred Year in School: Junior, Senior, or Graduate student
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Programming Foundation: Coursework or experience with one or more programming or scripting languages such as Java, C#, JavaScript, Python, or SQL.
- Development Concepts: Basic understanding of software development, databases, APIs, testing, source control, or agile delivery.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to break down technical problems, research options, test solutions, and ask effective questions.
- Quality and Documentation: Attention to coding standards, testing accuracy, maintainability, and clear technical documentation.
- Collaboration: Ability to work constructively with developers, analysts, testers, vendors, and business partners.
PREFERRED AVAILABILITY
Part-time, ideally 20-30 hours per week, aligned with academic commitments and business needs.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily in a normal office environment at Lake Kathy. The intern may participate in meetings, demonstrations, testing, or project activities in operational or technical settings and must follow all applicable safety, security, and site-access requirements.
COMPETENCIES
- Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
- Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
- Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
- Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
- Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
- Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgment
A pre-employment drug screening and background check, including employment, criminal, and motor vehicle review, will be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in application development lead jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field required
- Five or more years of software development experience with at least two in a lead role
- Proven experience leading development teams using Agile or Scrum methodologies
- Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud in enterprise environments
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams
Application Development Lead Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a application development lead in Florida?
The path to an application development lead role in Florida typically begins with a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information systems, followed by several years of hands-on development experience. Florida employers expect candidates to demonstrate team leadership on real projects, so building a portfolio of delivered applications and progressively taking on mentorship or technical ownership is key. Certifications in cloud platforms or Agile frameworks, such as AWS Certified Developer or Certified ScrumMaster, are commonly recognized by Florida technology employers.
How much do application development leads make in Florida?
Application development leads in Florida earn a median of about $168,470 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $100,390 for the lowest 10% to over $264,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire application development leads in Florida?
Employers hiring application development leads in Florida right now include Ryder System, Citi, and Information Technology Senior Management Forum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Florida's mix of defense contractors along the Space Coast, major financial services firms in Tampa and St. Petersburg, and large health systems throughout Central Florida means demand for this role is distributed across several distinct industries.
Which Florida cities have the most application development lead jobs?
The Florida cities with the most application development lead openings are Tampa, Tallahassee, and Coral Gables. Tampa's concentration of financial technology and insurance firms, Miami's growing technology and international business sector, and Orlando's healthcare and defense-adjacent industries together account for the bulk of Florida's demand, while Jacksonville and Fort Lauderdale also contribute steadily through banking, logistics technology, and consulting employers based there.
Are there remote application development lead jobs in Florida?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of application development lead openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how well software leadership translates to distributed team environments. The parts of the role most commonly offered remotely are code review, sprint planning, and stakeholder reporting, while on-site presence is more often required during initial team onboarding or major release cycles.
How can I get hired as a application development lead in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is moving into a senior software developer role at a Florida employer and demonstrating informal leadership before seeking a formal lead title. Large Florida health systems, financial institutions, and defense contractors regularly hire associate or mid-level developers through new-graduate programs and then promote internally. Building visibility through contributions to open-source projects, earning a cloud certification, or completing a capstone project that mirrors enterprise-scale architecture gives candidates from adjacent roles, such as QA engineer or systems analyst, a credible path to their first lead position.
Where can I find and apply to application development lead jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to application development lead jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location preference, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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