Senior Software Developer Jobs in California

Senior Software Developer jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, fintech, and consumer technology across a workforce that ranges from mid-level engineers to principal and staff developers. The heaviest hiring is in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Apple, Google, and Salesforce maintain large engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties are distributed systems, machine learning infrastructure, and full-stack product development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Open roles772+

Top employerGoogle

Top citySan Francisco, CA

Cities hiring82

Work type40% On-site

Top industryTechnology

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(USA) Senior, Software Engineer

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Walmart

(USA) Senior, Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, California

New 23h ago

Walmart

Sunnyvale, California

Corporate Training

Educational Administration

Learning & Development

Corporate Training

Educational Administration

Learning & Development

$117k - $234k/yr

High school

$117k - $234k/yr

High school

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Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Fresno, CA, USA

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Speechify

Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Fresno, CA, USA

Fresno, California

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Speechify

Fresno, California

Business Strategy

Data Analytics

Data Science

Business Strategy

Data Analytics

Data Science

$140k - $200k/yr

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$140k - $200k/yr

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Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Sunnyvale, CA, USA

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Speechify

Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Sunnyvale, CA, USA

Sunnyvale, California

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Speechify

Sunnyvale, California

Project & Program Management

Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)

Software Engineering

Project & Program Management

Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)

Software Engineering

$140k - $200k/yr

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$140k - $200k/yr

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Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Irvine, CA, USA

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Speechify

Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Irvine, CA, USA

Irvine, California

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Speechify

Irvine, California

Business Strategy

Data Analytics

Data Science

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Data Analytics

Data Science

$140k - $200k/yr

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Senior Software Engineer, Core Experiences - Santa Cruz, CA, USA

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Speechify

Senior Software Engineer, Core Experiences - Santa Cruz, CA, USA

Santa Cruz, California

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Speechify

Santa Cruz, California

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Data Science

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$140k - $200k/yr

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(USA) Senior, Software Engineer

Walmart·Sunnyvale, California

Job functions:

Corporate Training

Educational Administration

Learning & Development

$117k - $234k/yr

High school

10,000+ employees

Job Description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

About the Team: Senior Software Engineer for International Promotions and Rewards. Promo Engine is a real time transaction "rewards" service that supports acquisition and retention of customers at scale by providing automated incentives such as trial membership, installment plans, free shipping, order discounts, and more to targeted customers. In this role you will lead and participates in medium- to large-scale projects by reviewing project requirements, translating requirements into technical solutions, gathering requested information (e.g., design documents, product requirements, wireframes), writing and developing code, conducting unit testing, communicating status and issues to team members and stakeholders, collaborating with project and cross-functional teams, troubleshooting open issues and bug fixes, ensuring on-time delivery and hand-offs, interacting with the project manager to provide input on the project plan, and providing leadership to the project team.

**Immigration Sponsorship support will NOT be available for this
position**

What you'll do:

Lead and participate in medium- to large-scale engineering projects by analyzing business and technical requirements, developing solution designs, and translating requirements into scalable technical implementations.
Gather and evaluate project artifacts, including design documents, product requirements, technical specifications, and wireframes to support solution development and project execution.
Design, develop, test, and implement high-quality code while ensuring adherence to coding standards, performance expectations, and project requirements.
Conduct unit testing and validation activities to ensure solution quality, reliability, and successful deployment outcomes.
Partner with project managers to define project plans, estimate effort, identify risks, and ensure alignment with business objectives and delivery timelines.
Communicate project progress, technical challenges, risks, and resolutions to stakeholders, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
Collaborate with engineers, product teams, business partners, and user experience teams to deliver innovative and customer-focused solutions.
Lead teams of 4 to 6 engineers, including offshore resources, by providing technical direction, mentoring, documentation, and ongoing guidance throughout project lifecycles.
Define short- and long-term technical solutions, establish milestones, and ensure team alignment with project goals and delivery schedules.
Review proposed technical solutions and provide constructive feedback to improve quality, scalability, maintainability, and overall effectiveness.
Perform design reviews and code reviews to ensure compliance with architectural standards, best practices, and organizational requirements.
Troubleshoot complex production and business issues by assessing impact, identifying root causes, and coordinating resolution efforts across multiple support teams.
Develop and execute action plans for incident resolution while monitoring outcomes and implementing preventive measures to reduce future occurrences.
Conduct root cause analyses and create detailed technical documentation to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide technical support and consultation to business users by addressing questions related to system functionality, technical feasibility, and implementation strategies.
Identify and recommend short- and long-term solutions that align with business needs, system capabilities, and strategic objectives.
Foster strong cross-functional partnerships to facilitate issue resolution, improve collaboration, and support successful project delivery.
Lead project discovery and planning activities by partnering with product management, business stakeholders, project managers, and UX teams to define solution approaches and high-level architectures.
Obtain stakeholder alignment and cross-functional approvals to ensure project readiness and successful execution.
Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and engineering best practices, applying knowledge to improve systems, processes, and team effectiveness.
Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting knowledge sharing, professional growth, and engineering excellence.
Support the implementation of business solutions by developing strong stakeholder relationships, identifying opportunities for improvement, and driving process enhancements.
Monitor project outcomes and operational metrics to measure success, identify improvement opportunities, and optimize solution performance.
Adapt effectively to changing business priorities, organizational changes, and evolving customer needs while maintaining focus on delivery commitments.
Champion company values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements through responsible decision-making and adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement across engineering and business teams.

What you'll bring:

Strong core Java and J2EE knowledge
In-depth understanding of Java Spring, Spring Boot applications
Hands-on knowledge of building large-scale microservices for highly scalable and robust platforms
In-depth understanding of NoSQL database implementations, like Cosmos, MongoDB, etc.
Strong knowledge of messaging systems like Kafka
Hands-on knowledge and experience with cloud systems like Azure, GCP
Clear understanding of design principles for building large-scale, robust platforms

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's experience in software engineering or related area., We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

815 Eleventh Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart

(USA) Senior, Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, California

New 23h ago

10,000+ employees

Job functions:

Corporate Training

Educational Administration

Learning & Development

$117k - $234k/yr

High school

Job Description

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

About the Team: Senior Software Engineer for International Promotions and Rewards. Promo Engine is a real time transaction "rewards" service that supports acquisition and retention of customers at scale by providing automated incentives such as trial membership, installment plans, free shipping, order discounts, and more to targeted customers. In this role you will lead and participates in medium- to large-scale projects by reviewing project requirements, translating requirements into technical solutions, gathering requested information (e.g., design documents, product requirements, wireframes), writing and developing code, conducting unit testing, communicating status and issues to team members and stakeholders, collaborating with project and cross-functional teams, troubleshooting open issues and bug fixes, ensuring on-time delivery and hand-offs, interacting with the project manager to provide input on the project plan, and providing leadership to the project team.

**Immigration Sponsorship support will NOT be available for this
position**

What you'll do:

Lead and participate in medium- to large-scale engineering projects by analyzing business and technical requirements, developing solution designs, and translating requirements into scalable technical implementations.
Gather and evaluate project artifacts, including design documents, product requirements, technical specifications, and wireframes to support solution development and project execution.
Design, develop, test, and implement high-quality code while ensuring adherence to coding standards, performance expectations, and project requirements.
Conduct unit testing and validation activities to ensure solution quality, reliability, and successful deployment outcomes.
Partner with project managers to define project plans, estimate effort, identify risks, and ensure alignment with business objectives and delivery timelines.
Communicate project progress, technical challenges, risks, and resolutions to stakeholders, leadership, and cross-functional teams.
Collaborate with engineers, product teams, business partners, and user experience teams to deliver innovative and customer-focused solutions.
Lead teams of 4 to 6 engineers, including offshore resources, by providing technical direction, mentoring, documentation, and ongoing guidance throughout project lifecycles.
Define short- and long-term technical solutions, establish milestones, and ensure team alignment with project goals and delivery schedules.
Review proposed technical solutions and provide constructive feedback to improve quality, scalability, maintainability, and overall effectiveness.
Perform design reviews and code reviews to ensure compliance with architectural standards, best practices, and organizational requirements.
Troubleshoot complex production and business issues by assessing impact, identifying root causes, and coordinating resolution efforts across multiple support teams.
Develop and execute action plans for incident resolution while monitoring outcomes and implementing preventive measures to reduce future occurrences.
Conduct root cause analyses and create detailed technical documentation to support knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide technical support and consultation to business users by addressing questions related to system functionality, technical feasibility, and implementation strategies.
Identify and recommend short- and long-term solutions that align with business needs, system capabilities, and strategic objectives.
Foster strong cross-functional partnerships to facilitate issue resolution, improve collaboration, and support successful project delivery.
Lead project discovery and planning activities by partnering with product management, business stakeholders, project managers, and UX teams to define solution approaches and high-level architectures.
Obtain stakeholder alignment and cross-functional approvals to ensure project readiness and successful execution.
Stay current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and engineering best practices, applying knowledge to improve systems, processes, and team effectiveness.
Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting knowledge sharing, professional growth, and engineering excellence.
Support the implementation of business solutions by developing strong stakeholder relationships, identifying opportunities for improvement, and driving process enhancements.
Monitor project outcomes and operational metrics to measure success, identify improvement opportunities, and optimize solution performance.
Adapt effectively to changing business priorities, organizational changes, and evolving customer needs while maintaining focus on delivery commitments.
Champion company values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements through responsible decision-making and adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement across engineering and business teams.

What you'll bring:

Strong core Java and J2EE knowledge
In-depth understanding of Java Spring, Spring Boot applications
Hands-on knowledge of building large-scale microservices for highly scalable and robust platforms
In-depth understanding of NoSQL database implementations, like Cosmos, MongoDB, etc.
Strong knowledge of messaging systems like Kafka
Hands-on knowledge and experience with cloud systems like Azure, GCP
Clear understanding of design principles for building large-scale, robust platforms

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00 - $234,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

Stock

ㅤ

‎

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, computer information systems, software engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.
Option 2: 5 years’ experience in software engineering or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related area and 1 year's experience in software engineering or related area., We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

815 Eleventh Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

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Senior Software Developer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Senior Software Developer Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Google84
NVIDIA52
Apple27
Speechify25
Roblox22

Top Industries Hiring

Technology & Software82
Electronics & Hardware21
Artificial Intelligence9
Consulting & Professional Services9
Science & Research7

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What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior software developer jobs across California.

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
Five or more years of professional software development experience in a production environment
Deep proficiency in at least one major language such as Java, Python, Go, or C++
Demonstrated experience designing and shipping large-scale distributed systems or cloud-native architectures
Ability to lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and drive technical design decisions
Experience with Agile or Scrum delivery practices in a cross-functional product team

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Senior Software Developer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior software developer in California?

Becoming a senior software developer in California typically requires a bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering followed by several years of progressively complex engineering work. California does not require a state-issued license for software developers, so advancement depends on demonstrating technical depth and leadership. Strong candidates build expertise in distributed systems or a specialized domain, contribute to open-source projects or internal platform work, and move into lead or senior individual contributor roles at California technology or enterprise companies.

How much do senior software developers make in California?

Senior software developers in California earn a median of about $174,410 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,060 for the lowest 10% to over $272,670 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire senior software developers in California?

Employers hiring senior software developers in California right now include Google, NVIDIA, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters and large enterprise engineering organizations means demand is spread across the Bay Area, greater Los Angeles, and San Diego's defense and biotech corridors.

Which California cities have the most senior software developer jobs?

San Francisco, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale have the most senior software developer openings in California. The Bay Area dominates because it is home to the headquarters and major engineering campuses of the largest technology companies in the world, while Los Angeles is driven by entertainment technology, e-commerce, and a growing startup ecosystem, and San Diego's openings are concentrated in defense contractors and life sciences software firms.

Are there remote senior software developer jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 60% of senior software developer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. The most remote-friendly sub-areas are backend infrastructure, platform engineering, and developer tooling, where collaboration happens almost entirely through code review and asynchronous documentation.

How can I get hired as a senior software developer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate or junior software engineer role at a California technology company or enterprise, where internal promotion tracks lead toward senior-level work. Large California employers like Apple, Oracle, and Intuit run structured new-graduate programs and rotational engineering tracks designed for candidates with limited professional experience. Building a portfolio of substantive personal or open-source projects, earning a cloud certification from AWS or Google Cloud, and targeting companies in adjacent industries like fintech, healthtech, or edtech that value domain knowledge alongside coding skills all improve a candidate's position significantly.

Where can I find and apply to senior software developer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to senior software developer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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