Software Systems Engineer Jobs in New Mexico
Software Systems Engineer jobs in New Mexico are in active demand across Albuquerque and Kirtland AFB and other New Mexico metros, including employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, ADC LTD NM, and Sandia National Laboratories. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:
- Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
- Extraordinary co-workers
- Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
- Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
- Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*
World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
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What Your Job Will Be Like
We are seeking a skilled Member/Senior IT Software Systems Engineer to join our innovative Digital Transformation Application Admin team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining a suite of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) applications and tools across multiple production environments supporting the Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE). You will research emerging technologies, troubleshoot production issues, and maintain automation scripts and tooling to enhance deployments within enterprise and cloud architectures.
Working in a hybrid environment with 60% onsite presence, you will collaborate closely with agile teams and stakeholders to enable rapid solution delivery that supports critical national security missions. Your expertise in COTS applications, including deployment, configuration, customization, and collaborative user support will be essential to driving innovation in Digital Transformation while maintaining high software support standards.
On any given day, you may be called on to:
- Deploy, configure and maintain COTS applications and tools across multiple production environments supporting NSE operations.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts and tooling to streamline deployment, monitoring, and maintenance activities.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues promptly to minimize downtime and impact on mission-critical systems.
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies to recommend improvements and innovations in software deployment and management.
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Collaborate on a scrum/agile development team.
Support cloud and enterprise architecture deployments, ensuring alignment with security policies and operational requirements. - Provide high touch model user support related to COTS applications and tools and serve in any migration efforts as needed.
- Communicate with other system administrators, and stakeholders to deliver rapid, secure, and scalable solutions.
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Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides to support knowledge sharing and continuity.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software support processes and automation capabilities.
Salary Range
$87,400 - $168,800
- Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.
Qualifications We Require
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Systems Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
- Five (5) or more years of experience supporting, deploying, and maintaining COTS applications in enterprise environments.
- Active DOE Q-level security clearance or equivalent (e.g., DOD Top Secret) required to start.
Qualifications We Desire
- Experience supporting software systems within national security or government environments.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance requirements.
- Experience with Cameo MagicDraw, GENESYS, DOORS Next.
- Ability to train and mentor other team members.
- Familiarity and ability to build expertise with automation tools like Ansible, Strong experience in Windows and Linux administration.
About Our Team
Join the 9354 IT Support and Application Admin team supporting MBSE and Requirements Management COTs applications. This is a dynamic and growing team that is dedicated to solving complex problems for applications that are deployed in various environments across the Nuclear Security Enterprise. The team provides trusted capabilities and are committed to continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. If you are passionate about advancing software system engineering practices and supporting national security through technology, we invite you to join us.
Posting Duration
This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.
Security Clearance
Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance to start, or equivalent active security clearance with another U.S. government agency (e.g., DOD). Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.
EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.
NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs
If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.
If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.
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Software Systems Engineer Job Market in New Mexico
A snapshot from current New Mexico openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Booz Allen Hamilton2

- ADC LTD NM1

- Sandia National Laboratories1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What New Mexico Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software systems engineer jobs across New Mexico.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in C, C++, or Python for systems-level development
- Experience designing or integrating real-time or embedded systems
- Familiarity with Linux internals, networking protocols, or hardware interfaces
- Ability to obtain or hold a security clearance, depending on the sector
- Experience with systems modeling tools, test frameworks, or CI/CD pipelines for systems code
Software Systems Engineer Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions
How many software systems engineer jobs are there in New Mexico?
There are 4+ software systems engineer openings in New Mexico on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Albuquerque and Kirtland AFB. New positions post regularly as employers across New Mexico hire.
How much do software systems engineers make in New Mexico?
Software systems engineers in New Mexico earn a median of about $124,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,110 for the lowest 10% to over $184,710 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which New Mexico cities have the most software systems engineer jobs?
Albuquerque and Kirtland AFB have the most software systems engineer openings in New Mexico right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire software systems engineers in New Mexico?
Companies currently hiring software systems engineers in New Mexico include Booz Allen Hamilton, ADC LTD NM, and Sandia National Laboratories, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote software systems engineer jobs in New Mexico?
Yes. About 0% of software systems engineer openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Mexico metros.
How do I apply for software systems engineer jobs in New Mexico?
You can apply to software systems engineer jobs in New Mexico directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Mexico location, then apply to each one that fits.
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