Software Design Engineer Jobs in Louisiana

Software Design Engineer jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Shreveport, where defense contractors, energy technology firms, and state government agencies drive consistent hiring at every level from junior engineer to principal. Companies like Lockheed Martin, Shell, and CGI Federal maintain substantial engineering workforces in Louisiana and regularly recruit software design engineers with specialties in embedded systems, systems integration, and model-based design. Demand is steady across both established firms and growing technology consultancies tied to the state's energy and defense sectors. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerModjeski and Masters
Top cityNew Orleans, LA
Cities hiring11
Work type50% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Sales Design Consultant - Metaire/Kenner Area
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Sales Design Consultant - Metaire/Kenner Area
Closets By Design New Orleans
Covington, Louisiana
Business Development
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
No degree

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Sales Design Consultant -Slidell/Mississippi Gulf Coast Territory
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Sales Design Consultant -Slidell/Mississippi Gulf Coast Territory
Closets By Design New Orleans
Covington, Louisiana
Business Development
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
Hybrid
No degree

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WMD Squared
Lead Mechanical Engineer / PE — SolidWorks Design Team Lead
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Lead Mechanical Engineer / PE — SolidWorks Design Team Lead
WMD Squared
Lafayette, Louisiana
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Quality Control
$150k - $185k/yr
Hybrid
11-50

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Sr UX Design Engineer
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Sr UX Design Engineer
Copado
New Orleans, Louisiana
Business Development
Product Management
Project Management

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Entergy
Substation Design Engineer
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Substation Design Engineer
Entergy
New Orleans, Louisiana
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Software Design Engineer Jobs by City in Louisiana

Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New Orleans
7 jobs
Lafayette
3 jobs
Baton Rouge
3 jobs
Covington
2 jobs
Shreveport
2 jobs
Scott
1 job
Metairie
1 job
Chalmette
1 job
New Iberia
1 job

Software Design Engineer Job Market in Louisiana

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

Who's Hiring

  • Modjeski and Masters
    Modjeski and Masters3
  • Module X solutions
    Module X solutions2
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    Saronic Technologies2
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    Closets By Design New Orleans2
  • AECOM
    AECOM1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services5
  • Energy3
  • Construction & Real Estate3
  • Retail1
  • Agriculture & Farming1

What Louisiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in software design engineer jobs across Louisiana.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, software engineering, or electrical engineering required
  • Proficiency in C, C++, or Python for embedded or systems-level software development
  • Experience with model-based design tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent platforms
  • Familiarity with systems engineering principles and software development lifecycle processes
  • Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance for defense and government roles
  • Experience collaborating with hardware engineers on integrated product development teams

Software Design Engineer Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software design engineer in Louisiana?

Most employers in Louisiana require a bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related technical field. Software design engineering does not require a state-issued license in Louisiana, but engineers who take on broader systems or civil engineering responsibilities may pursue registration with the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Candidates targeting defense or government roles in Baton Rouge and Shreveport typically need to meet federal security clearance eligibility as well.

How much do software design engineers make in Louisiana?

Software design engineers in Louisiana earn a median of about $102,800 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $66,350 for the lowest 10% to over $151,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire software design engineers in Louisiana?

Employers hiring software design engineers in Louisiana right now include Modjeski and Masters, Module X solutions, and Saronic Technologies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Louisiana's concentration of defense contractors and energy technology companies means many openings are tied to long-term government programs or major industrial clients, giving those roles more stability than typical commercial postings.

Which Louisiana cities have the most software design engineer jobs?

New Orleans, Lafayette, and Baton Rouge account for the largest share of software design engineer openings in Louisiana. Baton Rouge leads because of its proximity to state government technology contracts and the petrochemical industry's embedded-systems needs, while New Orleans draws engineering talent through defense and maritime technology firms, and Shreveport benefits from Barksdale Air Force Base and related defense contractors that post regularly for systems and software roles.

Are there remote software design engineer jobs in Louisiana?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of software design engineer openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based and collaboration-tool-driven nature of much software design work. Roles focused on software architecture, requirements modeling, and simulation tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions involving hardware integration or classified government systems typically require on-site presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to junior or associate engineer openings at defense contractors and energy technology firms that run structured new-graduate programs, particularly in Baton Rouge and Shreveport. Companies with large Louisiana government contracts often hire new graduates into rotational or entry-level systems engineering roles. Building a portfolio of embedded or model-based design projects, earning a fundamentals-of-engineering credential, or completing relevant coursework at Louisiana State University or Louisiana Tech strengthens a new candidate's application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to software design engineer jobs in Louisiana?

You can find and apply to software design engineer jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Louisiana openings in one place. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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