Computer Scientist Jobs in New Jersey

Computer Scientist jobs in New Jersey are open across Jersey City, Princeton, and Newark and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Rutgers University, Princeton IT Services, and Super Micro Computer hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17+
Top employerRutgers University
Top cityJersey City, NJ
Cities hiring10
Work type94% On-site
Top industryEducation

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IGT
Computer Operator I
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Computer Operator I
IGT
Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey
Customer Service & Support
IT Support & Systems Administration
Customer Support
IT Support
$30k - $44k/yr
On-Site
High School
5,001-10,000

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Rutgers University
Part-Time Instructor, Computer Science
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Rutgers University
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Part-Time Instructor, Computer Science
Rutgers University
Newark, New Jersey
Teaching & Instruction
Higher Education
$2,777 per credit
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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College Achieve Public Schools
High School Computer Science Teacher
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College Achieve Public Schools
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High School Computer Science Teacher
College Achieve Public Schools
Plainfield, New Jersey
Teaching & Instruction
K-12 Teaching
$60k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Crestron Electronics
Computer Aided Design Administrator
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Crestron Electronics
Added 3w ago
Computer Aided Design Administrator
Crestron Electronics
Rockleigh, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Rutgers University
Lecturers - Electrical and Computer Engineering
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Rutgers University
Added 3w ago
Lecturers - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Rutgers University
Piscataway, New Jersey
Teaching & Instruction
Higher Education
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Computer Scientist Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jersey City
3 jobs
Princeton
3 jobs
Newark
2 jobs
Piscataway
2 jobs
Camden
1 jobs
Egg Harbor Township
1 jobs
North Brunswick
1 jobs
Pennington
1 jobs
Plainfield
1 jobs

Computer Scientist Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Rutgers University
    Rutgers University4
  • Princeton IT Services
    Princeton IT Services2
  • Super Micro Computer
    Super Micro Computer2
  • AIG
    AIG1
  • Centraprise
    Centraprise1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education6
  • Technology & Software6
  • Consulting & Professional Services2
  • Electronics & Hardware2
  • Artificial Intelligence1

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in computer scientist jobs across New Jersey.

  • Advanced degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field
  • Strong command of algorithms, data structures, and computational theory
  • Programming proficiency in Python, C++, or Java for research and system implementation
  • Experience designing and evaluating machine learning or AI models at scale
  • Publication record or demonstrated original research contributions in a relevant area
  • Familiarity with high-performance computing environments and parallel processing frameworks

Computer Scientist Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many computer scientist jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 17+ computer scientist openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Jersey City, Princeton, and Newark. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

How much do computer scientists make in New Jersey?

Computer scientists in New Jersey earn a median of about $140,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,780 for the lowest 10% to over $209,850 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which New Jersey cities have the most computer scientist jobs?

Jersey City, Princeton, and Newark have the most computer scientist openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire computer scientists in New Jersey?

Employers hiring computer scientists in New Jersey include Rutgers University, Princeton IT Services, and Super Micro Computer, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote computer scientist jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 6% of computer scientist openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for computer scientist jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to computer scientist jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.

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