Software Design Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

Software Design Engineer jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated in life sciences software, defense systems, semiconductor design, and enterprise technology, with openings at every level from entry-level associate to principal engineer. The heaviest hiring is in Greater Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham, where companies like Raytheon Technologies, MathWorks, and Analog Devices maintain large engineering workforces. The most consistent demand is for engineers with embedded systems, FPGA design, and systems architecture experience. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerAbbott
Top cityAndover, MA
Cities hiring5
Work type50% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Boston Scientific
Principal Software Design Quality Assurance (DQA) Engineer - Urology
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Principal Software Design Quality Assurance (DQA) Engineer - Urology
Boston Scientific
Marlboro, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$107k - $203k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Hologic
Senior Software Design Quality Engineer
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Hologic
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Senior Software Design Quality Engineer
Hologic
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$98k - $153k/yr
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Reframe Systems
Software Engineer, Design Automation (Senior / Staff+)
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Reframe Systems
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Software Engineer, Design Automation (Senior / Staff+)
Reframe Systems
Andover, Massachusetts
Cloud & DevOps
Data Engineering
Data Science
$160k - $210k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Abbott
Senior Software Design Assurance Engineer
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Abbott
Added 4mo ago
Senior Software Design Assurance Engineer
Abbott
Burlington, Massachusetts
Project & Program Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
$78k - $156k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Philips
Software Design Quality Engineer
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Philips
Added 5mo ago
Software Design Quality Engineer
Philips
Bedford, Massachusetts
Data Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
Data Science & Analytics
$102k - $164k/yr
On-Site
ISTQB Certification
5,001-10,000

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Software Design Engineer Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Andover
1 job
Bedford
1 job
Marlboro
1 job
Burlington
1 job
Marlborough
1 job

Software Design Engineer Job Market in Massachusetts

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

Who's Hiring

Abbott
Abbott1 open role
Hologic
Hologic1 open role
Philips
Philips1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
  • Proficiency in at least one hardware description language such as VHDL or Verilog
  • Experience designing embedded systems or digital logic for product development cycles
  • Familiarity with simulation and verification tools including ModelSim or MATLAB Simulink
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional hardware and software teams on system integration
  • Working knowledge of version control systems and engineering documentation standards

Software Design Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software design engineer in Massachusetts?

Most software design engineer roles in Massachusetts require at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field, with a master's degree preferred for senior positions. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license to work as a software design engineer in industry, though engineers who stamp public documents must hold a Professional Engineer license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Building hands-on project experience through internships at Massachusetts research universities or defense contractors significantly strengthens a candidate's profile.

How much do software design engineers make in Massachusetts?

Software design engineers 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 software design engineers in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring software design engineers in Massachusetts right now include Abbott, Hologic, and Philips, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of defense primes, semiconductor companies, and medical device firms means demand is broad and tends to persist through economic cycles.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most software design engineer jobs?

The cities with the most software design engineer openings in Massachusetts are Andover, Bedford, and Marlboro. Greater Boston and Cambridge drive the bulk of demand through their dense concentration of technology companies, defense contractors, and research institutions, while suburban corridors like Waltham and Andover attract volume from established semiconductor and systems engineering employers headquartered there.

Are there remote software design engineer jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused roles, since hardware-adjacent design work often requires lab access, prototype handling, or secure facility clearance. About 50% of software design engineer openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid schedules more prevalent than fully remote arrangements. The portions of the role most amenable to remote work include RTL coding, simulation, and design documentation.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to associate or junior engineer roles at Massachusetts defense and semiconductor firms, which run structured new-graduate hiring programs each spring. Companies like Analog Devices and Raytheon Technologies recruit directly from Massachusetts engineering programs and offer rotational programs for candidates without full-time experience. A senior capstone project, FPGA design portfolio, or internship at a Massachusetts research lab such as MIT Lincoln Laboratory demonstrates applied skills that offset a short work history. Adjacent roles in hardware validation or test engineering are also common stepping stones into design positions.

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

You can find and apply to software design engineer jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through each listing.

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