Staff Software Engineer Jobs in Alaska

Staff Software Engineer jobs in Alaska concentrate in oil and gas technology, federal defense contracting, and public-sector infrastructure, with demand running across Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau. Major employers with a lasting Alaska presence include Alyeska Pipeline Service Company, Leidos, and the state of Alaska's Department of Administration. The most in-demand specialties are systems engineering, cloud infrastructure, and embedded software supporting remote operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles15
Top employerFred Meyer
Top cityAnchorage, AK
Cities hiring6
Work type91% On-site
Top industryRetail

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CVS Health
Staff Pharmacist
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CVS Health
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Staff Pharmacist
CVS Health
Wasilla, Alaska
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$65 - $81/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Walmart
Staff Pharmacist
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Walmart
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Staff Pharmacist
Walmart
Anchorage, Alaska
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
$98k - $172k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Foundation Health Partners
Staff (RN) Acute - Sub Acute and Long Term Care
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Foundation Health Partners
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Staff (RN) Acute - Sub Acute and Long Term Care
Foundation Health Partners
Fairbanks, Alaska
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38.24 - $63.35/hr
Certification
1,001-5,000

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Cook Inlet Tribal Council
Staff Accountant
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Cook Inlet Tribal Council
Added 2w ago
Staff Accountant
Cook Inlet Tribal Council
Anchorage, Alaska
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$27.25 - $43.75/hr
Associate's
201-500

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Assets, Inc.
Job Developer
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Assets, Inc.
Added 3w ago
Job Developer
Assets, Inc.
Anchorage, Alaska
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Customer Success
Human Resources
Learning & Development
$22.42 - $28.24/hr
Bachelor's
201-500

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Staff Software Engineer Jobs by City in Alaska

Where Alaska roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Anchorage
6 jobs
Fairbanks
3 jobs
Soldotna
2 jobs
Homer
1 job
Juneau
1 job
Wasilla
1 job

Staff Software Engineer Job Market in Alaska

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

Who's Hiring

  • Fred Meyer
    Fred Meyer4
  • Safeway
    Safeway2
  • Walmart
    Walmart2
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health1
  • Chugachmiut
    Chugachmiut1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail8
  • Healthcare & Medical Services2
  • Human Resources1

What Alaska Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in staff software engineer jobs across Alaska.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • Seven or more years of professional software development experience across the full development lifecycle
  • Demonstrated proficiency in at least one systems language such as C++, Go, or Java
  • Experience designing and operating distributed systems or large-scale cloud infrastructure
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance for defense and government contract roles
  • Strong record of technical mentorship and cross-functional collaboration with engineering and product teams

Staff Software Engineer Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a staff software engineer in Alaska?

Alaska does not require a state-issued license specifically for software engineers, so the path runs through education and experience rather than a licensing board. Most hiring managers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field plus several years of progressive engineering experience. Candidates pursuing roles with the Alaska state government or federal contractors in the state often need to meet federal security clearance eligibility requirements as an additional condition of employment.

Which companies hire staff software engineers in Alaska?

Employers hiring staff software engineers in Alaska right now include Fred Meyer, Safeway, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Alaska's strongest hiring comes from oil and gas operators, federal defense contractors, and state government agencies that depend on specialized software systems for remote and infrastructure-critical operations.

Which Alaska cities have the most staff software engineer jobs?

Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Soldotna hold the most staff software engineer openings in Alaska. Anchorage dominates because it is the state's largest city and home to the headquarters of major oil and gas companies, federal agencies, and defense contractors, while Fairbanks and Juneau contribute openings through University of Alaska research operations and state government technology offices.

Are there remote staff software engineer jobs in Alaska?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 9% of staff software engineer openings tied to Alaska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how well software development translates to distributed work. The roles most commonly offered fully remote are those in cloud platform engineering, backend development, and data infrastructure, while positions requiring access to classified federal systems or on-site hardware typically remain in-person.

How can I get hired as a staff software engineer in Alaska with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a junior or associate software engineer role with one of Alaska's large government or energy employers, then building toward a staff-level title through promotion. The state of Alaska's Department of Administration and University of Alaska system both post entry-level IT and developer positions suited to new graduates. Building a portfolio of systems or infrastructure projects and earning a cloud certification relevant to AWS or Azure gives candidates a visible edge in Alaska's technically demanding market.

Where can I find and apply to staff software engineer jobs in Alaska?

You can find and apply to staff software engineer jobs in Alaska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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