17 entry level software developer jobs at 14 companies in Santa Barbara, CA
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Founding Full-stack / Product Engineer
Cupertino, CA, US
$130k-$300k/yrOn-SiteFull Time
HiringCafe: Building a 100× better job search engine to take on Indeed and LinkedIn.
Help us build a 100× better job search engine. We need a full-stack engineer with great taste, sharp fundamentals, and a track record of shipping polished product on React/Next.js plus a real backend (Firebase, Elasticsearch, Redis, Stripe).
Curri: On-demand last-mile delivery platform for construction and industrial supplies.
2+ YOE2+ years building production software; full‑stack experience (TypeScript/Node, React/React Native); familiarity with Postgres, NATS, Redis; active use of AI tooling (Claude Code, Cursor); strong communication and systems awareness.
KARL STORZ: Developer and manufacturer of endoscopic medical equipment.
1+ YOEBachelor's or Master's in CS/SE/EE/CE, 1+ years software engineering experience, strong C/C++ and Linux development skills, experience with GCC/Clang, GDB, Make/CMake, shell scripting, Git, and requirements-based development.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
1+ YOEBS in STEM with 2 years experience or MS in STEM with 1 year, US citizenship, current DoD Secret clearance, experience with Ada/C/C++/C#/Python, version control, real-time embedded development, and Agile.
Rational ClearCase, ClearQuest, DOORS, Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, Ada, C/C++, C#, Python, Green Hills Integrity RTOS, Windows, Linux
Toyon Research: Develops advanced technology and analysis for national defense systems.
2+ YOEU.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance, advanced degree or BSc+2 years in engineering/computer science/physics/math, experience with Python or C++, and knowledge of AI/ML techniques.
Jr. Software Development Engineer - Santa Barbara, CA, Jr. Developer Program
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$18-$65/hrOnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Global online retail and cloud computing technology provider.
Currently enrolled BS/MS student in CS/SE/STEM, graduating 2028+, programming experience in Java/Python/C++, ability to work in-person year-round in Santa Barbara, able to start Summer 2026.
AlconNYSE: ALC: Manufactures ophthalmic surgical equipment and vision care products.
2+ YOE2 years relevant experience; Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; experience with software verification/validation, embedded software testing, FDA/ISO-regulated environments; strong documentation and communication skills.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
1+ YOEUS citizen with DoD Secret clearance, BS (2 yrs) or MS (1 yr) in STEM, experience with Ada/C/C++/C#/Python, version control and real-time embedded development, Agile experience.
Rational Clear Case, ClearQuest, DOORS, Git, Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, Ada, C/C++, C#, Python, Green Hills Integrity RTOS, Microsoft Windows, Linux
Teladoc HealthNYSE: TDOC: Provides on-demand virtual medical care and mental health services.
2+ YOE2+ years QA automation experience with Selenium and Robot Framework, API/REST testing, SQL, CI/CD (Jenkins) familiarity, Agile experience, strong debugging and communication skills, ability to work onsite in Goleta 4 days/week.
AeroVironmentNASDAQ: AVAV: Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and tactical missile systems.
1+ YOEBachelor's or equivalent, 1+ years QA/test engineering experience, familiarity with Linux/Windows, Docker, Python, C++/C# a plus, Microsoft Excel/Word proficiency, ability to work in lab/R&D, U.S. person required.
C++, C#, Linux, Windows, Docker, Python, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Junior Specialist, Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$56k-$73k/yrOnsiteFull Time
University of California: A public research university system providing education and healthcare.
0.5+ YOEBachelor's degree in psychology/cognitive science/neuroscience (by start), ≥6 months research and child experience, familiarity with MS Office/Google Drive and basic statistical software.
Glass House BrandsCboe Canada: GLAS.A.U: Vertically integrated cannabis cultivator, manufacturer, and retailer.
2+ YOE2+ years lab experience (≥1 year coordination), high school/GED, 21+, proficiency with LIMS and scheduling software, strong organizational and communication skills, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, OSHA PPE compliance, flexible schedule including weekends.
StantecToronto Stock Exchange / New York Stock Exchange: STN: Global design, engineering, and environmental consulting firm.
2+ YOEField paleontology or sedimentary geology experience or a relevant bachelor's/master's degree; valid driver’s license and auto insurance; ability to hike and work long hours in rough terrain; proficiency with GPS and mobile data collection; night work and travel required.
Stantec’s proprietary data collection system, GPS, smartphone, tablet, computer
StantecToronto Stock Exchange / New York Stock Exchange: STN: Global design, engineering, and environmental consulting firm.
2+ YOEBachelor's or master's in paleontology/geology/biology or 2+ years field experience, valid driver's license and auto insurance, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, hike 4–6 miles, work nights and outdoors, and follow safety procedures.
Los Angeles or Thousand Oaks or San Bernardino or Redlands or Ventura or Santa Maria or Santa Barbara or Monrovia or Pasadena
$58k-$90k/yrHybridFull Time
StantecTSX: STN: Provides professional engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting services.
2+ YOEBachelor's or master's in paleontology/geology/biology or 2 years field experience; ability to perform strenuous outdoor fieldwork, drive long distances, work nights, and follow supervisor directions; valid driver’s license and insurance.
VF CorporationNYSE: VFC: Global designer and retailer of lifestyle apparel and footwear.
2+ YOE2+ years retail or store leadership experience; ability to drive sales, coach and develop teams, manage store operations, use word processing/spreadsheets/retail software; high school diploma preferred.