Developer Jobs in Florida

Developer jobs in Florida are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in fintech, healthcare technology, defense contracting, and enterprise software across experience levels from entry-level junior developers through principal and staff engineers. Miami, Orlando, and Tampa are the most active hiring metros, anchored by employers like Lockheed Martin, Chewy, and Citigroup, which maintain large and established technology operations in the state. Full-stack, cloud, and mobile development are the most consistently requested specialties across Florida listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles146+
Top employerCiti
Top cityTampa, FL
Cities hiring43
Work type42% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Salesforce Developer
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Salesforce Developer
Smart Apply Test Company
Deerfield Beach, Florida
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering

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Nationwide Transport Services
Marketing Technology Developer
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Marketing Technology Developer
Nationwide Transport Services
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Business Analysis
Content & Communications
Program Management
Project Management
$80k - $105k/yr
51-200

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Sparc technology services inc
DOTNET Developer
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DOTNET Developer
Sparc technology services inc
Jacksonville, Florida
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support

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Deloitte
Power BI/Python Developer - Delivery Senior Consultant
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Power BI/Python Developer - Delivery Senior Consultant
Deloitte
Lake Mary, Florida
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Software Engineer Specialists: Banking Solutions- Full Stack Developer
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Software Engineer Specialists: Banking Solutions- Full Stack Developer
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Jacksonville, Florida
Corporate Training
Learning & Development
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Developer Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Orlando
7 jobs
Sarasota
5 jobs
Tallahassee
5 jobs
Melbourne
4 jobs
Pensacola
4 jobs
Brandon
3 jobs

Developer Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi10
  • American Heart Association
    American Heart Association5
  • VetsEZ
    VetsEZ4
  • Kyra Solutions
    Kyra Solutions4
  • Holland & Knight
    Holland & Knight3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software10
  • Investment & Asset Management3
  • Construction & Real Estate2
  • Banking & Financial Services2
  • Insurance1

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in developer jobs across Florida.

  • Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Python, Java, or JavaScript
  • Experience building and deploying applications in cloud environments like AWS or Azure
  • Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git, in a collaborative team setting
  • Ability to write and maintain clean, well-documented, testable code
  • Experience working within agile or scrum development workflows
  • Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with product and design teams

Developer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a developer in Florida?

Florida does not require a state-issued license to work as a software developer. Most employers hire candidates who hold a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, though strong portfolio projects and certifications in cloud platforms or specific frameworks carry real weight with Florida technology and defense employers. Bootcamp graduates and self-taught developers are regularly hired, particularly in Miami's startup ecosystem and Orlando's growing tech sector.

How much do developers make in Florida?

Developers in Florida earn a median of about $130,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,050 for the lowest 10% to over $204,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire developers in Florida?

Employers hiring developers in Florida right now include Citi, American Heart Association, and VetsEZ, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's mix of defense contractors, healthcare systems, and financial services firms means developer demand comes from a wider range of industries than in purely tech-centric states.

Which Florida cities have the most developer jobs?

Tampa, Miami, and Jacksonville are the Florida cities with the most developer openings. Miami's fintech and startup activity, Orlando's defense and simulation technology sector, and Tampa's growing base of financial services and healthcare technology firms each generate consistent developer hiring, making all three metros reliable targets for candidates at most experience levels.

Are there remote developer jobs in Florida?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 58% of developer openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how naturally suited software development is to distributed work. Backend, cloud infrastructure, and data engineering roles tend to have the highest share of fully remote arrangements among Florida developer openings.

How can I get hired as a developer in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for junior developer or associate software engineer roles at Florida's larger technology employers, including defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin and L3Harris, which run structured new-graduate programs out of their Florida campuses. Healthcare technology companies based in Orlando and Tampa also hire entry-level developers through associate programs. Building a public GitHub portfolio with two or three completed projects and earning a cloud certification significantly strengthens an application for candidates without professional experience.

Where can I find and apply to developer jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to developer jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly from the listing.

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