Software engineer jobs in Madison, AL and nearby

Software engineer jobs within 25 miles of Madison, AL. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 3, 2026

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Open jobs: 418
Employers: 124

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $73.70Across 22 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $126,818Across 22 listings

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Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 2%7 listings
On-site: 32%132 listings

Not specified: 67% (279 listings)

Employers hiring include Lockheed Martin (75), Dynetics, Inc (21), Blue Origin Personnel, LLC (16).

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Software Engineer III- AI & Engineering/Software as a Service
Deloitte US
Huntsville, AL
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Software Engineer
PeopleTec, Inc.
HUNTSVILLE, AL
PeopleTec is currently seeking a Software Engineer to support our Huntsville, AL location.
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Embedded Software Engineer, Automated Quality & Test
Zaden Technologies, Inc.
Huntsville, AL
- $130,000 to $165,000 USD / year
At Zaden Technologies, our mission is to simplify software delivery and improve its utility for our customers - especially those operating in high-stakes defense and aerospace environments.
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Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Software Engineer
Camgian Corporation
Huntsville, AL
Camgian is hiring a Senior QA Software Engineer to join our team in Starkville, MS. This is a hands-on technical leadership role reporting to Camgian's Quality Assurance Director. You will…
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Software Engineer
Actalent
Huntsville, AL
- $70 to $85 USD / hour
Exciting Signal Processing Software Engineer Opportunity!!Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Signal Processing Software Engineer to contribute to the development and enhancement of…
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Software Engineer - Early Career
Lockheed Martin
Huntsville, AL
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Ascend Engineering Foundation (AEF) - Cloud Architect_Products & Platforms
Deloitte US
Huntsville, AL
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Senior Software Engineer
Trinzic
Redstone Arsenal, AL
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Jr. Software Engineer
Insight Global
Huntsville, AL
Insight Global is seeking a team orientated Junior Software Engineer to support a client in Huntsville, AL. This individual will work alongside a team of engineers to design, develop, test,…
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Software Engineer - Mid-Level / Top SECRET / Fully ONSITE
VISUAL SOFT, INC
Huntsville, AL
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Senior Software Engineer
KBR Wyle Services, LLC
Redstone Arsenal, AL
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Software Engineer II
Outpost Technologies
Huntsville, AL
Outpost Technologies is seeking a Software Engineer II to join our team. The ideal candidate will work as a member of our Test and Evaluation team in the generation of a digital scoring…
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Software Engineer
SAIC
Huntsville, AL
SAIC is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support the design, development, and integration of embedded software systems. The selected candidate will work across the software…
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Software Engineer I
Technology Service Corporation
Huntsville, AL
Falcata's Product Solutions organization is seeking a Embedded Software Engineer to join our engineering team in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will have an interest in embedded…
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Signal Processing Software Engineer
Actalent
Huntsville, AL
- $70 to $85 USD / hour
Exciting Signal Processing Software Engineer Opportunity!!Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Signal Processing Software Engineer to contribute to the development and enhancement of…
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Software Engineer (Algorithm) – TRK (26-334)
Northrop Grumman
Huntsville, AL
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Mid/Senior Software Engineer (UAS)
Huntsville, AL
…Reconnaissance (AISR) division in Arlington, VA is currently seeking a Software Engineer with an educational and/or industry focus in the design, development, integration, and testing of…
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Principal Software Engineer V
Indeed
Huntsville, AL
As a Principal Software Engineer V at Indeed, you will provide technical leadership on complex, cross-cuttin
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Computer Systems Architect\Principal Computer System Architect -AHT
Northrop Grumman
Huntsville, AL
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GUI Software Engineer - Secret Clearance
Insight Global
Huntsville, AL
We are seeking an experienced GUI Software Engineer to support ongoing software development and modernization efforts for a large scale C2 system. The engineer will work within an Agile…
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Embedded Software Engineer
Actalent
Huntsville, AL
- $65 to $95 USD / hour
Job Title: Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on developing and validating embedded flight software for a deployed payload system that incorporates advanced sensors…
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Software Engineer
Quantum-Systems, Inc.
Huntsville, AL
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Associate Software Engineer
ASRC Federal
Huntsville, AL
ASRC Agile Decision Sciences is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system integration and project management services for real-time, mission-critical defense…
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Senior Software Engineer
ASRC Federal
Huntsville, AL
ASRC Agile Decision Sciences is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system integration and project management services for real-time, mission-critical defense…
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Software Engineer
ASRC Federal
Huntsville, AL
ASRC Agile Decision Sciences is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system integration and project management services for real-time, mission-critical defense…

Actalent

Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL, United States

$70 to $85 USD / hour

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Pay: $70 to $85 USD / hour
Experience: 5-12 years of experience in software development.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

Exciting Signal Processing Software Engineer Opportunity!!Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Signal Processing Software Engineer to contribute to the development and enhancement of software for our advanced radar systems. This role involves creating software implementations of radar algorithms ranging from low-level signal processing to high-level tracking algorithms, along with developing interfaces for embedded systems and performing unit and integration tests. The ideal candidate will also engage in the documentation and performance improvement of existing codebases.Responsibilities

Develop software implementations of radar algorithms targeting virtual machines, embedded systems, and other platforms.
Create software interfaces with embedded systems, microcontrollers, and FPGAs, including command-line tools and benchmarks.
Develop unit and integration tests for both new and existing codebases.
Enhance new functionalities using distributed message frameworks and integrate with radar user interfaces.
Document code and produce product documentation using tools like PowerPoint and Word.
Implement performance improvements to existing software.
Participate in Agile development practices, including daily standups and sprint planning.
Utilize tools such as Git, GitLab, Jira, and Doxygen for code management, issue tracking, and documentation.
Collaborate on other projects and participate in software architecture design discussions.

Essential Skills

5-12 years of experience in software development.
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Experience in C++ and signal processing software.
Experience with any combination of MATLAB, Python, Linux, algorithms, waveform, RF, FPGA, electronic warfare, data links, DSP, digital signal processing, SDR, FFT, and detection.
Strong understanding of language fundamentals, computer networking, and parallel processing paradigms.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with developing distributed message frameworks and message passing architectures.
Experience with embedded systems.
Ability to translate software designs and requirements into well-documented and correct code.

Work EnvironmentThe role requires working on-site in the office five days per week. While the schedule is flexible, the position is based on-site, offering an opportunity to collaborate closely with a dedicated team.APPLY TODAY!To express interest, please connect with me on LinkedIn or email me at Taybrantley@actalentservices.com. Due to the volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Huntsville, AL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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 specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Huntsville, AL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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