Senior Software Developer Jobs in Florida

Senior Software Developer jobs in Florida are in strong demand, concentrated in fintech, defense contracting, healthcare IT, and enterprise software, with openings at every level from mid-level engineer through principal and staff developer. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando lead hiring activity, anchored by employers such as Citrix, Lockheed Martin, and AdventHealth's technology divisions. The most sought-after specialties in Florida right now are cloud architecture, full-stack development, and embedded systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles92
Top employerSpeechify
Top cityTampa, FL
Cities hiring35
Work type41% On-site
Top industryInvestment

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Miami Dade County
Medical Examiner Information Technology Senior Software Developer
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Miami Dade County
New 5h ago
Medical Examiner Information Technology Senior Software Developer
Miami Dade County
Miami-Dade County, FL
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$97k.5 - $161k.45/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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General Dynamics Information Technology
Platform / Software Engineer, Senior
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General Dynamics Information Technology
New 12h ago
Platform / Software Engineer, Senior
General Dynamics Information Technology
Tampa, Florida
Cloud Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$119k - $161k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Amentum
Software Engineer Senior
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Amentum
New 13h ago
Software Engineer Senior
Amentum
Cocoa Beach, Florida
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$135k - $145k/yr
Bachelor of Science

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Blue Purpose
Senior .Net Software Developer
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Blue Purpose
New 15h ago
Senior .Net Software Developer
Blue Purpose
Tampa, Florida
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
$90k - $120k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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L3Harris
Senior Specialist Software Engineer - TS/SCI 1
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L3Harris
New 21h ago
Senior Specialist Software Engineer - TS/SCI 1
L3Harris
Palm Bay, Florida
Full-stack Engineering
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Software Developer Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Melbourne
10 jobs
Miami
9 jobs
Orlando
7 jobs
Jacksonville
7 jobs
Tallahassee
6 jobs
Saint Petersburg
3 jobs
Aventura
2 jobs
Lakeland
2 jobs

Senior Software Developer Job Market in Florida

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

Who's Hiring

  • Speechify
    Speechify11
  • L3Harris
    L3Harris5
  • Northrop Grumman
    Northrop Grumman3
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health2
  • Boats
    Boats2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Technology & Software
  • Insurance
  • Science & Research
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Florida Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of professional software development experience in production environments
  • Proficiency in at least one major language such as Java, Python, C++, or Go
  • Experience designing and deploying cloud-based systems on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor junior developers and lead code reviews on a team
  • Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies and standard DevOps toolchains

Senior Software Developer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior software developer in Florida?

Senior software developer roles in Florida do not require a state-issued license, so the path runs through education and experience. Most Florida employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline, followed by several years building production systems. Florida's concentration of defense contractors and healthcare IT firms means candidates who add security clearances or healthcare data compliance knowledge move up faster than generalists.

How much do senior software developers make in Florida?

Senior software 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 senior software developers in Florida?

Employers hiring senior software developers in Florida right now include Speechify, L3Harris, and Northrop Grumman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Florida's mix of defense primes, major hospital networks, and fintech firms means senior developer demand is spread across multiple industries rather than concentrated in a single sector.

Which Florida cities have the most senior software developer jobs?

Tampa, Melbourne, and Miami have the most senior software developer openings in Florida. Miami draws fintech and enterprise software hiring, Tampa is home to a growing cluster of cybersecurity and healthcare IT firms, and Orlando's defense and simulation industry anchors demand from employers such as Lockheed Martin and L3Harris.

Are there remote senior software developer jobs in Florida?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 59% of senior software developer openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how fully desk-based the work is. Roles in cloud infrastructure, backend API development, and data engineering tend to be the most consistently remote, while positions requiring access to classified networks or on-site lab environments typically stay in-office.

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

The most realistic starting point is an associate or junior developer role, which most large Florida employers post separately. Hospital systems like AdventHealth and HCA Florida run IT associate programs, and defense contractors including Leidos and L3Harris hire entry-level engineers and offer clearance sponsorship for new graduates. Building a public portfolio on GitHub and earning a cloud certification from AWS or Google Cloud gives Florida candidates a concrete edge over applicants with comparable experience but no demonstrable output.

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

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

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