Senior Software Developer Jobs in Massachusetts

Senior Software Developer jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, fintech, biotech platforms, defense systems, and cloud infrastructure across experience levels from mid-level through principal engineer. The largest hiring metros are Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham, where employers like MathWorks, Raytheon Technologies, and Liberty Mutual have deep, sustained engineering footprints. The most in-demand specialties include distributed systems, full-stack development, and machine learning engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles134+
Top employerAnduril
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring38
Work type46% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Verily
Senior Software Engineer
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Verily
New 6h ago
Senior Software Engineer
Verily
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$191k - $215k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Amaris Consulting
Software Developer
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Amaris Consulting
New 8h ago
Software Developer
Amaris Consulting
Westford, Massachusetts
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Labviva
Senior Software Engineer
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Labviva
New 11h ago
Senior Software Engineer
Labviva
Boston, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
$165k - $180k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Raytheon
Senior Software Systems Quality Engineer onsite Tewksbury, MA
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Raytheon
New 13h ago
Senior Software Systems Quality Engineer onsite Tewksbury, MA
Raytheon
Tewksbury, Massachusetts
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$87k - $165k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Anduril
Senior Software Engineer
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Anduril
Added 1d ago
Senior Software Engineer
Anduril
Boston, Massachusetts
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$191k - $253k/yr
501-1,000

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Senior Software Developer Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lexington
6 jobs
Marlborough
6 jobs
Woburn
5 jobs
Waltham
4 jobs
Wilmington
4 jobs
North Reading
4 jobs
Natick
3 jobs

Senior Software Developer Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

  • Anduril
    Anduril12
  • Raytheon
    Raytheon5
  • STR
    STR4
  • Amazon
    Amazon4
  • Klaviyo
    Klaviyo3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software14
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Retail2
  • Manufacturing2

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior software developer jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
  • Five or more years of professional software development experience in production environments
  • Proficiency in at least one of Java, Python, C++, or Go with demonstrated project ownership
  • Experience designing and maintaining cloud-native applications on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Proven ability to lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and drive technical decisions
  • Familiarity with agile development practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes

Senior Software Developer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior software developer in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license or registration to work as a software developer, so the path runs through education and demonstrated experience. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, combined with several years of progressive responsibility on production systems. Candidates who build a strong portfolio, contribute to open-source projects, or earn cloud certifications from AWS, Google, or Microsoft strengthen their candidacy in Massachusetts's competitive market.

How much do senior software developers make in Massachusetts?

Senior software developers in Massachusetts earn a median of about $165,210 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,810 for the lowest 10% to over $213,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire senior software developers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring senior software developers in Massachusetts right now include Anduril, Raytheon, and STR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of defense contractors, biotech platforms, financial services firms, and enterprise software companies means senior engineering roles appear across a wide range of industries, not just pure tech.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most senior software developer jobs?

Boston, Cambridge, and Lexington have the most senior software developer openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge anchor the market through their density of research institutions, startups, and headquarters-level engineering teams, while Waltham has become a secondary hub driven by the sustained presence of large technology, defense, and financial services employers operating major engineering offices there.

Are there remote senior software developer jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 58% of senior software developer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how naturally suited the role is to distributed work. The parts of the job most likely to remain fully remote are backend development, data engineering, and cloud infrastructure work, while roles involving on-site architecture reviews or embedded systems integration tend to require more in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a senior software developer in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a junior or associate software engineer role at a Massachusetts employer and building toward senior status from within. Large Massachusetts-based technology and financial services firms regularly hire new graduates into rotational or associate engineering programs that provide structured mentorship. Adjacent roles in QA engineering, DevOps, or technical support at those same employers also create lateral pathways. Building a portfolio of deployed projects and earning a recognized cloud certification gives candidates without extensive work history a measurable edge in Massachusetts hiring processes.

Where can I find and apply to senior software developer jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to senior software developer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across industries and metros. Find roles that match your experience and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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