Lead Software Engineer Jobs in Vermont

Lead Software Engineer jobs in Vermont are concentrated in financial technology, healthcare IT, and enterprise software, with consistent demand from Burlington outward to Montpelier and Colchester. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include IBM, GlobalFoundries, and MyWebGrocer, all of which maintain engineering teams that regularly seek senior technical leadership. The most in-demand specialties are distributed systems architecture, cloud infrastructure, and full-stack platform engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerCVS Health
Top cityColchester, VT
Cities hiring7
Work type69% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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CVS Health
Lead Director, Network Compliance & Regulator
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CVS Health
New 23h ago
Lead Director, Network Compliance & Regulator
CVS Health
Montpelier, Vermont
Compliance & Legal
Healthcare Administration
$100k - $232k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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CVS Health
Lead Director - Software Development Engineering
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CVS Health
New 23h ago
Lead Director - Software Development Engineering
CVS Health
Montpelier, Vermont
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Program Management
Cloud Engineering
$144k - $288k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Viatris
Lead Chemist
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Viatris
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Lead Chemist
Viatris
Saint Albans, Vermont
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Quality Control
$55k - $105k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Speechify
Tech Lead, Android Core Product
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Added 3d ago
Tech Lead, Android Core Product
Speechify
Burlington, Vermont
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
$140k - $200k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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CVS Health
Lead Director - Network and Data Center Engineering
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CVS Health
Added 1w ago
Lead Director - Network and Data Center Engineering
CVS Health
Montpelier, Vermont
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud Engineering
Network Engineering
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Lead Software Engineer Jobs by City in Vermont

Where Vermont roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Colchester
5 jobs
Montpelier
4 jobs
Burlington
2 jobs
Corinth
1 job
Norwich
1 job
Shelburne
1 job
Saint Albans
1 job

Lead Software Engineer Job Market in Vermont

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

Who's Hiring

  • CVS Health
    CVS Health3
  • B
    BRS1
  • RXO
    RXO1
  • Viatris
    Viatris1
  • Speechify
    Speechify1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software3
  • Healthcare & Medical Services3
  • Retail1
  • Insurance1
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1

What Vermont Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in lead software engineer jobs across Vermont.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
  • Seven or more years of software development experience with at least two in a lead or staff role
  • Demonstrated proficiency in one or more languages such as Java, Python, Go, or C++
  • Experience designing scalable distributed systems or cloud-native architectures on AWS or Azure
  • Proven ability to mentor engineers, conduct code reviews, and own delivery across a team
  • Familiarity with agile delivery practices, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps tooling

Lead Software Engineer Jobs in Vermont: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a lead software engineer in Vermont?

Lead software engineering in Vermont carries no state-issued license or registration. The typical path is a bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering from an institution such as the University of Vermont or Norwich University, followed by several years of individual-contributor development work. Engineers then advance into lead roles by demonstrating technical ownership, mentoring capacity, and consistent delivery, often within Vermont's fintech, healthcare IT, or defense software sectors.

How much do lead software engineers make in Vermont?

Lead software engineers in Vermont earn a median of about $125,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,480 for the lowest 10% to over $209,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire lead software engineers in Vermont?

Companies currently hiring lead software engineers in Vermont include CVS Health, BRS, and RXO, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Vermont's concentration of fintech firms, healthcare technology companies, and IBM's longstanding presence in Essex Junction means sustained demand for senior engineering leadership throughout the year.

Which Vermont cities have the most lead software engineer jobs?

Colchester, Montpelier, and Vermont have the most lead software engineer openings in Vermont. Burlington anchors the market as the state's largest city and home to its deepest concentration of technology employers, while Montpelier draws demand from government IT and policy-adjacent software work, and Colchester benefits from proximity to IBM's Essex Junction operations and the growing Route 2 technology corridor.

Are there remote lead software engineer jobs in Vermont?

Yes, and more than most fields. Software engineering is well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements because the work is screen-based and asynchronous-friendly. About 31% of lead software engineer openings tied to Vermont are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting broader industry norms. Architecture review, system design, and cross-team technical leadership are the functions most commonly performed fully remote within this role.

How can I get hired as a lead software engineer in Vermont with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a junior or mid-level software developer role first, then building toward a lead title over several years. IBM in Essex Junction and UVM Medical Center's IT division both bring on associate engineers and new graduates. Lateral moves from QA engineering, DevOps, or solutions architecture roles are common stepping stones. A strong GitHub portfolio or open-source contribution record gives candidates without corporate experience a concrete edge in Vermont's relatively small and relationship-driven hiring market.

Where can I find and apply to lead software engineer jobs in Vermont?

You can find and apply to lead software engineer jobs in Vermont on Migrate Mate, which lists current Vermont openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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