Entry Level Lead Software Engineer Jobs

New grad lead software engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Technology & Software, Staffing & Recruiting, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like Collabera, National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC), and Canonical hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles41
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerCollabera
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type68% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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System Software Developer
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System Software Developer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$129k - $225k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Software Developer
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Software Developer
Whova Inc.
San Diego, California
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$90k - $130k/yr
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CRM Software Developer
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CRM Software Developer
Softclouds
San Diego, California
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$90k - $130k/yr
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Software Developer, Associate
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Software Developer, Associate
Southern Farm Bureau Casualty
Ridgeland, Mississippi
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Backend Engineering
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Entry Level Lead Software Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Collabera3 open roles
National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC)3 open roles
Canonical2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software20
  • Staffing & Recruiting3
  • Electronics & Hardware3
  • Science & Research2
  • Investment & Asset Management2

Entry Level Lead Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level lead software engineer job?

Start with a portfolio that shows you can design and ship working software, not just complete assignments. Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who have led a project, even a small one, through the full development cycle. Internship experience, open-source contributions, and bootcamp capstone projects all demonstrate the initiative these roles require.

Which companies hire entry level lead software engineers?

Companies hiring entry level lead software engineers right now include Collabera, National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC), and Canonical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. A wide range of employers hire at this level, from early-stage startups that give junior engineers broad ownership early to established tech teams with structured onboarding programs.

Are there remote entry level lead software engineer jobs?

Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles make up a meaningful share of the market. About 32% of entry level lead software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who can work from anywhere have real options alongside those looking for an in-office environment.

Are these new grad lead software engineer jobs?

Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or academic projects toward qualifications, or accepts a portfolio in place of professional history. Look for language like "entry level", "new grad", or "junior" in the job description.

Which industries hire the most entry level lead software engineers?

Entry Level lead software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Staffing & Recruiting, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they invest heavily in growing engineering teams and are more willing to develop candidates who show strong fundamentals and ownership potential.