Software Engineer Jobs in Alabama
Software Engineer jobs in Alabama are concentrated in aerospace and defense, government IT, and financial technology, with hiring activity strong at every level from entry-level developer to principal engineer. Huntsville, Birmingham, and the greater Decatur corridor account for the bulk of openings, anchored by employers like Leidos, Raytheon Technologies, and Regions Financial. The most in-demand specialties are embedded systems, cloud infrastructure, and full-stack development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.
nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to support the Advanced Object Classifier and other programs within our Technical Solutions Division. Our programs depend on reliable, high-performance software to support various aspects of mission planning, sensor integration, data flow, and situational awareness.
nSI engineers work alongside government customers, industry partners, and research organizations to assess mission needs, improve software-enabled capabilities, and support modernization across fielded and developmental defense systems. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, integration, and sustainment of software solutions that enhance operational effectiveness and enable future mission requirements. AI-assisted and agentic software development is central to how this team works, and the role includes the potential development of AI-enabled mission applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications, services, and tools that support mission operations and engineering activities.
- Develop, optimize, and maintain software written primarily in C, including performance-critical processing code.
- Support software integration across radar, optical, telemetry, communications, and data processing systems.
- Develop and enhance mission planning, data visualization, automation, monitoring, and analysis capabilities.
- Collaborate with engineers, operators, and mission stakeholders to translate operational needs into effective software solutions.
- Participate in software architecture, interface development, and system integration activities across distributed environments.
- Use AI-assisted coding and agentic development tools as a core part of daily engineering work, directing AI coding agents to plan, write, test, and refactor code and reviewing their output, to improve development speed, code quality, maintainability, and engineering effectiveness.
- Support evaluation, prototyping, and potential development of AI-enabled applications to enhance mission planning, data exploitation, decision support, automation, and operational insight.
- Troubleshoot software issues, analyze system behavior, and implement improvements to reliability and performance.
- Support real-time mission execution, test events, and data analysis through software engineering expertise.
- Contribute to modernization initiatives by evaluating new technologies, frameworks, development approaches, and AI-enabled capabilities.
- Produce and maintain technical documentation, test artifacts, and configuration-managed deliverables.
- Follow disciplined software development, cybersecurity, and quality assurance practices appropriate for mission systems.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
- 5+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 3+ years with a Master’s degree.
- Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, or C#.
- Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining software in C.
- Experience developing, integrating, and sustaining software in complex operational or technical environments.
- Hands-on experience using AI-assisted coding and agentic development tools as a regular part of the engineering workflow, including reviewing and validating AI-generated code.
- Understanding of software architecture, APIs, data flows, testing, and configuration management.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Desired Skills:
- Experience with sensor systems, missile defense, space operations, or mission software.
- Familiarity with real-time or near real-time data processing and visualization environments.
- Experience with distributed systems, networked applications, or sensor integration.
- Knowledge of AI/ML application development, data pipelines, model integration, or human-in-the-loop decision support tools.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps, containerization, cloud or hybrid environments, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience configuring or extending agentic development workflows, such as custom agent instructions, tool integrations, or multi-agent setups.
- Ability to support both engineering development and mission-facing operational needs.
nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems:
Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.
We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.
Benefits of working at nSI
nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status but the majority of our positions include the following:
- Competitive Wages*
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
- Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Norton LifeLock
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.
nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.
nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer to support the Advanced Object Classifier and other programs within our Technical Solutions Division. Our programs depend on reliable, high-performance software to support various aspects of mission planning, sensor integration, data flow, and situational awareness.
nSI engineers work alongside government customers, industry partners, and research organizations to assess mission needs, improve software-enabled capabilities, and support modernization across fielded and developmental defense systems. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, integration, and sustainment of software solutions that enhance operational effectiveness and enable future mission requirements. AI-assisted and agentic software development is central to how this team works, and the role includes the potential development of AI-enabled mission applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications, services, and tools that support mission operations and engineering activities.
- Develop, optimize, and maintain software written primarily in C, including performance-critical processing code.
- Support software integration across radar, optical, telemetry, communications, and data processing systems.
- Develop and enhance mission planning, data visualization, automation, monitoring, and analysis capabilities.
- Collaborate with engineers, operators, and mission stakeholders to translate operational needs into effective software solutions.
- Participate in software architecture, interface development, and system integration activities across distributed environments.
- Use AI-assisted coding and agentic development tools as a core part of daily engineering work, directing AI coding agents to plan, write, test, and refactor code and reviewing their output, to improve development speed, code quality, maintainability, and engineering effectiveness.
- Support evaluation, prototyping, and potential development of AI-enabled applications to enhance mission planning, data exploitation, decision support, automation, and operational insight.
- Troubleshoot software issues, analyze system behavior, and implement improvements to reliability and performance.
- Support real-time mission execution, test events, and data analysis through software engineering expertise.
- Contribute to modernization initiatives by evaluating new technologies, frameworks, development approaches, and AI-enabled capabilities.
- Produce and maintain technical documentation, test artifacts, and configuration-managed deliverables.
- Follow disciplined software development, cybersecurity, and quality assurance practices appropriate for mission systems.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
- 5+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 3+ years with a Master’s degree.
- Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as Python, C++, Java, or C#.
- Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining software in C.
- Experience developing, integrating, and sustaining software in complex operational or technical environments.
- Hands-on experience using AI-assisted coding and agentic development tools as a regular part of the engineering workflow, including reviewing and validating AI-generated code.
- Understanding of software architecture, APIs, data flows, testing, and configuration management.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Desired Skills:
- Experience with sensor systems, missile defense, space operations, or mission software.
- Familiarity with real-time or near real-time data processing and visualization environments.
- Experience with distributed systems, networked applications, or sensor integration.
- Knowledge of AI/ML application development, data pipelines, model integration, or human-in-the-loop decision support tools.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps, containerization, cloud or hybrid environments, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience configuring or extending agentic development workflows, such as custom agent instructions, tool integrations, or multi-agent setups.
- Ability to support both engineering development and mission-facing operational needs.
nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems:
Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.
We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.
Benefits of working at nSI
nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status but the majority of our positions include the following:
- Competitive Wages*
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
- Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Norton LifeLock
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.
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Software Engineer Job Market in Alabama
A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin29
- Northrop Grumman13
- Leidos12
- SAIC11
- Oasys10
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Aerospace & Defense
- Banking & Financial Services
- Investment & Asset Management
What Alabama Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software engineer jobs across Alabama.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript
- Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development methodologies and version control systems
- Active or obtainable security clearance for defense and government contractor roles in Alabama
- Strong problem-solving skills and experience working within cross-functional engineering teams
Software Engineer Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software engineer in Alabama?
The most direct path is completing a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field at an Alabama institution such as the University of Alabama, Auburn University, or UAH in Huntsville. Alabama does not require a state-issued license for most software engineering roles. Employers in the defense and government sectors often add a requirement for a federal security clearance, which candidates pursue after receiving a job offer.
How much do software engineers make in Alabama?
Software engineers in Alabama earn a median of about $122,540 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,590 for the lowest 10% to over $175,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire software engineers in Alabama?
Alabama software engineer roles are posted by Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Leidos and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Huntsville's dense concentration of defense contractors and federal agencies makes it one of Alabama's most consistent markets for software engineering talent year-round.
Which Alabama cities have the most software engineer jobs?
Huntsville, Birmingham, and Montgomery lead Alabama in software engineer openings. Huntsville dominates because of its established aerospace, defense, and federal government ecosystem, including NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and Redstone Arsenal, while Birmingham draws demand from financial services, healthcare IT, and growing tech startups in the metro's urban core.
Are there remote software engineer jobs in Alabama?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 29% of software engineer openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and collaborative nature of most software development work. Roles in cloud engineering, front-end development, and data engineering tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to classified defense programs typically require on-site work at secured Alabama facilities.
How can I get hired as a software engineer in Alabama with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op through one of Alabama's research universities, particularly UAH, Auburn, or Alabama, whose career programs connect students directly with Huntsville defense contractors and Birmingham tech employers. Entry-level titles like junior developer, associate software engineer, or QA analyst are common starting points. Building a portfolio of personal or open-source projects and earning a cloud certification such as AWS Certified Developer strengthens a candidate's profile considerably for Alabama employers who screen on demonstrated skills.
Where can I find and apply to software engineer jobs in Alabama?
You can find and apply to software engineer jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each position.
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