Software Developer Jobs in Wisconsin

Software Developer jobs in Wisconsin concentrate in enterprise software, financial technology, healthcare IT, and manufacturing automation, with hiring at every level from junior developer to principal engineer. Madison and Milwaukee anchor the market, with Brookfield and Green Bay adding volume, and employers like Fiserv, Epic Systems, and Exact Sciences sustaining consistent demand. Full-stack development, cloud-native engineering, and data integration are the specialties appearing most often in active postings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles136+
Top employerGoogle
Top cityMadison, WI
Cities hiring32
Work type40% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Software Engineer II (Engineering Enablement)
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Software Engineer II (Engineering Enablement)
Renaissance Learning
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$82k - $100k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Sr. Software Engineer
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Sr. Software Engineer
Abbott
Madison, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Customer Support
$78k - $156k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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NI (National Instruments) Software Development Engineer
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Affiliated Construction Services
Verona, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
51-200

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Software Engineer II
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Software Engineer II
Abbott
Madison, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$61k - $123k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Software Engineer Intern
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Software Engineer Intern
Brady Corporation
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Data Science & Analytics
IT Support
Technical Program Management
Bachelor of Science
5,001-10,000

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Software Developer Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Milwaukee
21 jobs
Waukesha
13 jobs
Menomonee Falls
10 jobs
Oshkosh
6 jobs
Green Bay
4 jobs
Middleton
4 jobs
Neenah
3 jobs
Greenville
3 jobs

Software Developer Job Market in Wisconsin

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

Who's Hiring

  • Google10
  • GE HealthCare10
  • Team TTI6
  • Werfen4
  • Milwaukee Tool4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Food & Beverage

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field
  • Proficiency in one or more languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript
  • Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Familiarity with agile development practices and version control tools like Git
  • Ability to design, test, and maintain scalable software systems and APIs
  • Strong communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional product and engineering teams

Software Developer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software developer in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin does not require a state-issued license to work as a software developer, so the path runs through education and demonstrated skill. Most employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information systems from a Wisconsin university such as UW-Madison, UW-Milwaukee, or Marquette. Candidates who build a strong project portfolio or earn industry certifications in cloud platforms or agile methodologies move through hiring pipelines faster.

How much do software developers make in Wisconsin?

Software developers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $122,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,710 for the lowest 10% to over $168,630 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire software developers in Wisconsin?

Companies currently hiring software developers in Wisconsin include Google, GE HealthCare, and Team TTI, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's fintech and healthcare IT sectors, anchored by firms headquartered in the Milwaukee suburbs and Madison corridor, drive much of the consistent hiring volume.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most software developer jobs?

Madison, Milwaukee, and Waukesha account for the largest share of software developer openings in Wisconsin. Madison's concentration of health IT companies, university spin-offs, and Epic Systems draws the highest volume, while Milwaukee and Brookfield benefit from Fiserv's headquarters presence and a dense cluster of financial technology and insurance technology firms that sustain year-round demand.

Are there remote software developer jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 60% of software developer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and collaborative nature of the work. Roles in backend engineering, cloud infrastructure, and data engineering tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions requiring on-site lab integration or hardware-facing development more often list as in-person.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to junior or associate developer roles at Wisconsin's larger technology employers while completing a degree or building a demonstrable portfolio of projects. Epic Systems in Verona runs structured new-graduate hiring cohorts for software developers. Fiserv and insurance technology firms in the Milwaukee area hire associate engineers from UW System campuses. A GitHub portfolio showing real applications, a cloud certification, and participation in UW or MATC coding programs all strengthen a first application meaningfully.

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

You can find and apply to software developer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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