Top Python Jobs in San Diego, CA

Build and operate GovCloud production infrastructure and Kubernetes clusters, own GitOps CI/CD, observability, security/compliance (SOC2/CMMC/FedRAMP), contribute backend code (Python/TypeScript), and improve developer experience and resilience.

The Optical Engineer will execute complex engineering tasks, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the accuracy of execution schedule and data quality while engaging with team members and leadership.

As a Principal Optical Engineer, you'll lead optical design projects, ensure data integrity, and drive innovation, while working independently and collaboratively in a startup environment.

Design, build, and operate backend services and APIs that deliver real-time GNSS/RTK corrections at low latency and high availability. Own ingestion, processing, distribution, observability, and testing of distributed systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams and responding to customer needs. Focus on scalability, reliability, performance, and production readiness for a large device fleet.

Design and develop software for automated laboratory workflows, build data pipelines, implement machine learning models, and integrate various systems to enhance biotherapeutics discovery.

Develop and execute verification plans and environments for complex digital and mixed-signal IP. Create UVM testbenches, random and directed tests, assertions, functional models; perform coverage closure, debug RTL and gate-level failures, and collaborate with design teams and EDA vendors. May work with emulation and FPGA prototyping and adopt advanced verification flows.

Design, configure, secure, automate, and sustain Navy enterprise networks across shipboard and lab environments. Support SD-WAN, IPv6 migration, Zero Trust, firewalls, NAC, and cross-domain solutions; create network artifacts, apply STIGs, run diagnostics, collaborate with cybersecurity and systems teams, and participate in shipboard testing and documentation.

Design, model, test and analyze component- and system-level survivability across RF, IR, visual and acoustic spectrums. Plan and execute RCS/RF tests, develop/validate materials and processes, integrate survivability tech, coordinate with designers and suppliers, produce test reports and recommendations, and support liaison engineering and mission system integration.

Lead should-cost modeling, value engineering, and DFM/DFA efforts to reduce product BOM and manufacturing costs. Partner cross-functionally to identify, quantify, and implement cost-reduction initiatives, manage a savings pipeline, qualify alternate components, and ensure changes maintain reliability, quality, and compliance.

Develop, test, and verify RF subsystems for MANET/MIMO radios. Execute RF tests, analyze results, define verification matrices, design test fixtures, troubleshoot EMI/spurious issues, and document findings. Work onsite in San Diego and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Design, simulate, and integrate antennas and RF systems (HF through X-band) for sUAS platforms. Develop link budgets, perform EMI/EMC and cosite analyses, lead antenna integration, execute chamber and flight testing to MIL-STD/DO-160 standards, and produce RF documentation. Support vendor selection, field tests, and RF payload design (SIGINT, EW, comms relay).

Lead and execute developmental flight testing of sub-scale and full-scale UAVs. Design and run flight and environmental tests, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, build instrumentation and data-acquisition setups, analyze data (MATLAB/Simulink/Python), coordinate cross-functional teams and test ranges, and document results and corrective actions.

Lead and grow a software integration and test team to verify aerospace products from development through production. Oversee automated test strategy (Python), define test requirements, collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams, manage risks and documentation, and drive continuous improvement in test automation, product quality, and program delivery.

The Sr. Vision Software Engineer will design, test, and integrate machine vision solutions, develop computer vision algorithms, and troubleshoot production issues while collaborating with engineering teams.

Lead and execute test and evaluation activities for Navy communications and navigation systems. Develop T&E strategies, plans, procedures and reports; coordinate test events and stakeholders; support lab, platform, and operational testing; analyze data, identify deficiencies, and produce test documentation to verify requirements and evaluate operational performance.

Design and build developer-facing infrastructure and tools to enable reliable, reproducible CI/CD for safety-critical flight software. Provision and manage AWS and on-prem resources with Terraform, integrate CI pipelines (GitHub Actions), support SIL/HITL testbeds, bridge embedded flight software with simulation and IT, and automate workflows with scripting and Linux administration.

Senior electro-mechanical engineer responsible for specifying connectors and cable assemblies, managing electro-mechanical BOMs, designing 3D cable routing and rack enclosures, ensuring EMI shielding and thermal stability for photonics, collaborating with electrical engineering on PCB-to-enclosure integration, performing tolerance and FEA analyses, mentoring junior engineers, and implementing engineering practices in a fast-moving startup.

Lead systems engineering for complex aeronautical HW/SW systems: perform trade studies, develop requirements and architectures (using MBSE/DOORS), support integration and test, participate in Agile teams, author technical artifacts, and support verification, interfaces, and system-level analyses. On-site role requiring a Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain SAP access.

Design, develop, and execute system test procedures; participate in formal/non-formal test execution, validation, discrepancy reporting, and post-test analysis. Support lab artifacts, communicate results, and work variable shifts to meet test schedules. Integrate software, hardware, and systems engineering test activities for complex aerospace systems.

The DevOps Engineer will enhance the DevOps culture within agile teams by implementing CI/CD, coaching, and developing quality products across various roles.

Develop and maintain real-time sensor software solutions for autonomous vehicles, integrating AI/ML algorithms for various sensor systems across multiple domains.

As a Sr. Flight Controls Engineer, you will design, implement, and test flight control systems, develop simulation models, and interface with pilots and operations for testing and certification.

Provide 24x7 support and engineering for cloud networking: design, deploy, and operate LAN/WAN/VPN and load-balancing infrastructure; troubleshoot performance incidents; maintain documentation and runbooks; implement site-to-site connectivity; participate in on-call rotation; manage hardware lifecycle, network tuning, capacity reporting, DR, and small-to-medium projects.

Troubleshoot and diagnose complex PCB assemblies and electrical subsystems for power conversion systems. Lead root cause investigations, develop corrective actions, create test setups, and work cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design. Mentor technicians and participate in design reviews to improve reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability.

Provide technical leadership for Advantest V93000 semiconductor test systems: lead requirements analysis, design and validate test solutions, develop/convert test programs, coordinate resources, manage project plans, deliver customer training, and act as technical liaison to ensure successful implementations.