321 entry level software engineer jobs at 122 companies in Irvine, CA
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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).
Revel: Modern software platform for controlling complex hardware systems.
0+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering/physics/computer science,0–2 years' software experience,foundational Python,interest in CI/CD,embedded testing and Linux familiarity,ability to work on hardware-in-the-loop systems,ITAR-eligible status required.
2+ YOEBS in a technical field or equivalent; 2+ years post-BS software development experience; strong 3D math, C++ skills, rendering pipeline knowledge, GPU optimization, and communication skills.
C++, OpenGL, Metal, Vulkan, DirectX, GLSL, MSL, HLSL, Lens Studio
SnapNYSE: SNAP: Develops social media applications and augmented reality technology.
2+ YOEBS in a technical field or equivalent experience; 2+ years post-Bachelor’s software development experience; strong C++ skills, 3D math, rendering pipeline knowledge; experience with OpenGL/Metal/Vulkan/DirectX and shader languages preferred.
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
2+ YOEActive Top Secret clearance, 2 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's (or equivalent), proficiency in C++ and Python, RedHat Linux, EM lifecycle knowledge, Atlassian tools, and willingness to obtain SCI/CI polygraph.
ALKEME Insurance: Insurance brokerage and risk management services provider.
Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience; proven software development with Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript; familiarity with web frameworks and databases; strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Vast: Develops and operates commercial artificial-gravity space stations.
1+ YOEBachelor's in CS/math/engineering required; 1+ year academic/internship software experience preferred. Experience with full-stack development, APIs, containers, time-series data, and modern web frameworks.
The Climate Registry: Provides tools and standards for greenhouse gas emissions reporting.
2+ YOEEntry-level to two years of web app experience; degree in a technical field; proficiency in C#/.NET; HTML/CSS/JS; SQL Server; SSRS; Power BI; Git.
C#, ASP.NET, Razor, CSHTML, Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, SSRS, Power BI, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Git
SpaceX: Designs and launches advanced rockets and satellite internet constellations.
2+ YOEBS in CS/engineering/math or 2+ years software development experience; development experience in C, C++, or Python; ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance; willingness to work extended hours and weekends.
Viant TechnologyNASDAQ: DSP: Provides an AI-powered demand-side platform for digital advertising.
2+ YOEMaster's degree in CS/IT/Applied Data Science, 2+ years software engineering experience, proficiency in GoLang and Java, MySQL/Oracle, AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS), and building scalable, low-latency distributed systems.
Systems & Technology Research: Develops advanced technology for national security and defense applications.
2+ YOEBS/MS in CS or related; 2+ years building maintainable APIs and Java-based software; experience with microservices, DevSecOps, and collaborating with scientists; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance required.
Columbus or Boston or Chicago or Austin or Los Angeles or United States or Canada or United Kingdom or Australia
$125k-$165k/yrHybridFull Time
Loop Returns: Software platform automating e-commerce returns and post-purchase experiences.
2+ YOE2+ years building web applications, backend services, or APIs. Experience using AI agents in engineering workflows, testing and CI/CD, and familiarity with PHP/Laravel, Vue.js, AWS Serverless, MySQL, or DynamoDB is a plus.
ZipRecruiterNYSE: ZIP: Online employment marketplace connecting job seekers and employers.
2+ YOE2+ years software engineering or systems integration experience; proficiency in TypeScript and/or Python; API and third-party integration experience; experience using AI developer tools (Cursor, Copilot, Claude).
Oratomic: Building fault-tolerant quantum computers using neutral atom systems.
Collaborative software/AI engineer to design, build, and operate tools for fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers; prior quantum experience not required; hiring across experience levels.
KFC Pan EuropeNYSE: YUM: Quick-service restaurant chain specializing in fried chicken products.
2+ YOEBachelor's in engineering/CS or equivalent; 2+ years software development; 2+ years AWS including serverless; experience with GitLab, Postman, TypeScript, Serverless Framework, CDK, Cursor; agile experience and unit testing.
Anduril Industries: Defense technology building autonomous military hardware and software.
1+ YOE1–4 years software engineering experience; proficiency in Haskell, Rust, C++, Go, or TypeScript; Linux experience; strong CS fundamentals; eligible for U.S. Top Secret/SCI; willing to travel up to 30%.
Griswold Industries: Designs and manufactures automatic control valves and fluid systems.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering; experience with object-oriented coding and relational databases; projects demonstrating programming skills.
Los Angeles Capital Management: Quantitative equity management for global institutional investors.
1+ YOEBachelor's in a quantitative field, 1+ year production software experience, strong Python and SQL skills, familiarity with testing and Git, and effective communication.
Equity Smart Home Loans: Full-service mortgage brokerage providing residential home loan solutions.
Foundational software/web development experience; working knowledge of React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS; familiarity with APIs, Git, and cloud deployments; strong communication and troubleshooting skills.