Senior Fullstack Software Engineer Jobs in Michigan

Senior Fullstack Software Engineer jobs in Michigan are in strong demand, concentrated in automotive technology, financial services, and enterprise software, with openings at every level from mid-level through principal engineer. Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Ford Motor Company, Rocket Companies, and Stryker maintain substantial engineering teams building internal platforms and customer-facing products. The most sought-after specialties in Michigan listings are React and Node.js stacks, cloud-native architecture, and API integration for connected vehicle and fintech systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top employerKLA
Top cityAnn Arbor, MI
Cities hiring8
Work type38% Remote
Top industryAutomotive

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KLA
Full-Stack Software Engineer
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Full-Stack Software Engineer
KLA
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
DevOps
$106k - $180k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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The University of Michigan
Full-Stack Software Engineer
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Full-Stack Software Engineer
The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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The Hearst Corporation
Full-Stack Data Engineer
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Full-Stack Data Engineer
The Hearst Corporation
Troy, Michigan
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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KLA
Full-Stack Software Engineer - Remote Services
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Full-Stack Software Engineer - Remote Services
KLA
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
$106k - $180k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology
5,001-10,000

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H.W. Kaufman Group
Full-Stack AI Developer
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Full-Stack AI Developer
H.W. Kaufman Group
Farmington Hills, Michigan
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Remote (US)
1,001-5,000

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Senior Fullstack Software Engineer Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Ann Arbor
5 jobs
Troy
2 jobs
Detroit
1 job
Dearborn
1 job
Birmingham
1 job
Lake Orion
1 job
Southfield
1 job
Farmington Hills
1 job

Senior Fullstack Software Engineer Job Market in Michigan

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

Who's Hiring

KLA
KLA2 open roles
Max AI
Max AI2 open roles
Vizly
Vizly1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Manufacturing

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior fullstack software engineer jobs across Michigan.

  • Proven experience building and deploying fullstack applications using React, Node.js, or similar modern frameworks
  • Strong proficiency in both frontend and backend development with RESTful or GraphQL API design
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud in a production environment
  • Ability to lead technical design reviews and mentor junior engineers on engineering best practices
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes, and DevOps workflows
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related technical discipline

Senior Fullstack Software Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior fullstack software engineer in Michigan?

Most senior fullstack software engineers in Michigan reach the role through five or more years of hands-on engineering experience, typically starting in a frontend, backend, or software developer role at a Michigan tech company, automotive supplier, or financial services firm. Michigan has no state-issued license for software engineers, so employers assess candidates on portfolio depth, system design ability, and demonstrated leadership. Earning cloud certifications from AWS or Microsoft Azure strengthens competitiveness for Michigan roles considerably.

How much do senior fullstack software engineers make in Michigan?

Senior fullstack software engineers in Michigan earn a median of about $125,570 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,930 for the lowest 10% to over $166,510 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire senior fullstack software engineers in Michigan?

Employers hiring senior fullstack software engineers in Michigan right now include KLA, Max AI, and Vizly, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's automotive technology sector and its growing fintech corridor in Detroit and Ann Arbor mean demand is spread across both legacy enterprises modernizing internal systems and newer product-focused engineering teams.

Which Michigan cities have the most senior fullstack software engineer jobs?

Ann Arbor, Troy, and Detroit have the most senior fullstack software engineer openings in Michigan. Detroit drives volume through its concentration of automotive technology firms, financial services companies, and large enterprise IT departments, while Ann Arbor's university-anchored tech ecosystem and Grand Rapids' expanding healthcare and manufacturing software sector contribute steady demand outside the metro core.

Are there remote senior fullstack software engineer jobs in Michigan?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 63% of senior fullstack software engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how naturally the work translates to distributed teams. The most remote-friendly portions of the role are frontend development, API work, and code review, while roles requiring close collaboration with embedded automotive or hardware teams tend to expect some on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a senior fullstack software engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a junior or associate software developer role at a Michigan company, then building toward fullstack scope through project work. Ford Motor Company, Rocket Companies, and several Grand Rapids healthcare technology firms run new-grad and early-career software programs that place candidates without senior experience into structured rotations. Building a demonstrable GitHub portfolio with fullstack projects and earning an entry-level AWS or Azure cloud certification gives Michigan candidates a measurable edge when competing for these programs.

Where can I find and apply to senior fullstack software engineer jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to senior fullstack software engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across Detroit, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and beyond. Search the listings for roles that match your stack and experience level, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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