Software Engineer Jobs
Software engineer jobs are open with companies of every size, from startups to banks, hospitals and government agencies. Search the live openings below by city, state or ZIP code, or leave the location empty to include remote roles. Each result opens on the employer's or job board's own posting, where you apply.
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Software Engineer Jobs Remote
Yes, many software engineer jobs are remote, since the work is done on a computer and teams use shared code, chat and video calls. The listings below are software engineer openings that mention remote work, newest first.
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Read each posting for location limits, since some remote employers hire only in certain states, countries or time zones. Remote openings in every field are on remote jobs.
Work From Home Software Engineer Jobs
Work from home software engineer jobs range from fully remote roles to hybrid roles with some office days each week. Postings usually say remote, hybrid or on site near the location.
Remote teams rely on clear written communication, so a portfolio, good commit messages and well-written pull requests help you stand out. See work from home jobs for home-based roles in other fields.
Software Engineer Jobs Part Time
Part time software engineer jobs are less common than full time roles, but they exist as part time staff positions, contracts and freelance projects. Choose part time or contract in the job type filter to see them.
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Software Engineer Jobs Near Me
To find software engineer jobs near you, enter your city or ZIP code in the search box above. Local results include on-site and hybrid roles, which draw applicants from a smaller area than fully remote jobs.
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To see software engineer jobs near me in the last 3 days, add your location and set the date filter to three days. Also search related titles such as software developer, backend engineer and full stack developer.
Software Engineer Jobs Entry Level
Entry level software engineer jobs are usually titled software engineer I, associate software engineer, junior developer or new grad software engineer. They ask for programming fundamentals, one or two languages and evidence that you can build and ship working code.
Search entry level software engineer jobs near me as well as remote ones, since local employers in banking, healthcare, manufacturing and government also hire beginners. Browse entry level jobs for starter roles in other fields.
Junior Software Engineer Jobs
Junior software engineer jobs pair you with more senior engineers who review your code and help you grow. Typical work is fixing bugs, writing tests, building small features and learning the team's systems.
Entry level software engineer jobs remote are harder to win than local ones because they draw applicants from everywhere. A strong portfolio and referrals help most.
Software Engineer Jobs New Grad
Software engineer jobs for new grads are often posted months before graduation, alongside internships. Many large employers hire graduates in yearly cycles, so start applying early in your final year.
Software engineer jobs with training include rotational programs and apprenticeships that teach company tools and practices. Your school's career center and internship employers are good places to start.
Software Engineer Jobs No Degree
Some employers hire software engineers without a degree when you can show equivalent skills. Postings often say a degree or equivalent experience, which leaves room for self-taught and bootcamp candidates.
For software engineer jobs without degree requirements, build public projects, contribute to open source and show working code. Software engineer jobs without technical interview steps are rare; some employers use a take-home project or a paid trial instead, so read the hiring process in each posting.
Software Engineer Jobs Description
Software engineers design, build, test and maintain software, from websites and apps to the systems that run devices and businesses. Most work in teams that plan work in short cycles and review each other's code.
- Write and review code in one or more programming languages.
- Design features and systems with product managers and other engineers.
- Write tests and fix bugs.
- Deploy, monitor and improve software in production.
- Document code and decisions for the rest of the team.
| Type | Focus |
|---|---|
| Frontend | User interfaces in browsers and apps |
| Backend | Servers, databases and APIs |
| Full stack | Both frontend and backend work |
| Mobile | Apps for phones and tablets |
| Embedded | Software inside devices and hardware |
| DevOps or site reliability | Infrastructure, deployment and uptime |
Software engineer vs software developer jobs overlap heavily, and many employers use the titles interchangeably. Software engineering jobs vs computer science jobs differ too: computer science also covers research, data science and teaching, while software engineering focuses on building production software.
Embedded Software Engineer Jobs
Embedded software engineer jobs write the software inside devices such as cars, medical equipment, appliances, aircraft and industrial controls. The work usually uses C or C++, close to the hardware, with limited memory and strict timing.
Employers often look for electrical or computer engineering knowledge, and some defense and aerospace roles require a security clearance. Search embedded software engineer with your location to see openings.
Senior Software Engineer Jobs
Senior software engineer jobs expect you to design larger systems, lead projects, review others' code and mentor junior engineers. Postings usually ask for several years of experience and a record of shipping software.
Beyond senior, many companies offer staff and principal engineer roles on a technical track, or engineering manager roles if you want to lead people. Search senior software engineer with your location or the word remote to see openings.
Software Engineer Jobs Salary
Software engineer pay depends on experience, specialty, employer size, industry and location, and some offers include bonuses or stock. The snapshot below shows advertised salaries from current software engineer postings, with the source and date.
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Highest Paying Software Engineer Jobs
Software engineer roles that tend to advertise higher pay are senior, staff and principal positions, and specialized work such as machine learning, security, distributed systems and infrastructure. Pay also varies widely by employer and location.
Sort a software engineer search by salary to compare advertised pay for the roles you qualify for. Check the experience each high-paying posting asks for before you apply.
Software Engineer Jobs Outlook
Software engineers are hired across nearly every industry, not only tech companies, which spreads demand across many employers. The live postings on this page show who is hiring right now, with the source and date.
The future of software engineering jobs will likely include more AI tools in daily work. Software engineer jobs and AI already overlap: engineers use AI assistants to write and review code, and companies hire engineers to build AI features, so learning these tools is part of staying current.
How long to find software engineer job offers depends on your experience, location and the market, so track your applications and adjust your approach if you get few interviews. A short list of target companies and a referral often move faster than mass applications.
Software Engineer Jobs By City
Software engineer openings are posted in every large city, with tech companies, banks, hospitals and government employers. Search software engineer in a city below, or browse all jobs on the city pages.
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Software Engineer Jobs FAQ
Short answers to common questions about software engineering work. For pay figures, see the live salary snapshot above.
How Much Do Software Engineer Jobs Pay
Pay depends on experience, specialty, employer and location. See current advertised pay on the software engineer salary page and in the live snapshot on this page.
Are Software Engineer Jobs Remote
Many are fully remote or hybrid, and others are on site. Add the word remote to your search, and check each posting for location limits.
Are Software Engineer Jobs Hard To Get
Entry level roles can be competitive, especially remote ones. A portfolio of working projects, internships, referrals and practice for technical interviews all improve your chances.
Will Software Engineer Jobs Be Replaced By AI
AI tools now help engineers write, test and review code, which changes how the work is done. Engineers are still needed to decide what to build, design systems, check AI output and take responsibility for the software.
Do Software Engineering Jobs Require A Degree
Many postings ask for a computer science or related degree, but many also accept equivalent experience. Strong projects and work history can stand in for a degree at some employers.
Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs
Search software engineer here with your location or the word remote, check the career pages of companies you want to work for, and use your school's career center or professional network. For federal roles, see government jobs.
How To Get Software Engineer Job
Learn one language well, build and publish a few complete projects, and tailor your resume to each posting. Practice coding and system design interviews, and ask people you know for referrals.