Software Engineer Jobs in Oregon

Software Engineer jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Beaverton, and Hillsboro, where companies like Intel, Nike, and Daimler Truck North America maintain large technology operations and hire engineers at every level from early-career to staff and principal. Cloud infrastructure, embedded systems, and full-stack web development are the most in-demand specialties across the state's technology sector. Oregon's tech market is smaller than Silicon Valley but competes for the same talent, keeping demand strong for engineers with modern language experience and system design skills. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerIntel Corporation
Top cityPortland, OR
Cities hiring8
Work type71% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Software Developer / Programmer 2 9/23/26
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AZAD Technology Partners
Portland, Oregon
Consulting & Professional Services
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$60 - $68/hr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
11-50

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Software Developer, Sr
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Software Developer, Sr
OnPoint Community Credit Union
Portland, Oregon
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Master's degree
501-1,000

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Sr. Principal Machine Learning Software Engineer – Inference Serving Engine
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Sr. Principal Machine Learning Software Engineer – Inference Serving Engine
Ampere Computing
Portland, Oregon
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
$226k - $356k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Software Engineer Intern
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Software Engineer Intern
Skyworks Solutions
Bend, Oregon
Data Engineering
Data Science
$23 - $49/hr
5,001-10,000

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AI Agentic Software Engineer
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AI Agentic Software Engineer
Trimble
Lake Oswego, Oregon
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$123k - $168k/yr
51-200

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Software Engineer Jobs by City in Oregon

Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Portland
9 jobs
Hillsboro
4 jobs
Beaverton
3 jobs
Salem
2 jobs
Bend
1 job
Lake Oswego
1 job
Wilsonville
1 job
Myrtle Point
1 job

Software Engineer Job Market in Oregon

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

Who's Hiring

Intel Corporation4 open roles
Ampere Computing2 open roles
NIKE1 open role

What Oregon Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field
  • Proficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript
  • Experience designing and deploying cloud-based systems on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Familiarity with Agile development practices and version control tools like Git
  • Ability to write, review, and maintain clean, well-documented production code
  • Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with product and engineering teams

Software Engineer Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software engineer in Oregon?

Software engineering in Oregon requires no state-issued license or registration, so the path runs through education and demonstrated skill. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline, though Oregon's large tech employers and startups also hire candidates who complete accredited coding bootcamps or hold strong portfolios. Building public projects on GitHub and contributing to open-source work strengthens applications considerably in this market.

How much do software engineers make in Oregon?

Software engineers in Oregon earn a median of about $142,720 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,070 for the lowest 10% to over $213,540 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire software engineers in Oregon?

Oregon software engineer roles are posted by Intel Corporation, Ampere Computing, and NIKE and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oregon's mix of established semiconductor manufacturers, global sportswear and logistics companies, and a growing base of software-focused firms means openings appear across a wide range of industries, not just pure tech.

Which Oregon cities have the most software engineer jobs?

Portland, Hillsboro, and Beaverton have the most software engineer openings in Oregon. Portland anchors the market as the state's largest metro with a dense cluster of technology firms and startups, while Beaverton and Hillsboro see strong demand driven by Intel's large campus operations in the Silicon Forest corridor, which has historically been one of the country's most significant semiconductor manufacturing and design hubs.

Are there remote software engineer jobs in Oregon?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 86% of software engineer openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how naturally suited desk-based development work is to distributed arrangements. Roles focused on backend services, cloud infrastructure, and data engineering tend to carry the highest share of fully remote options, while embedded systems and hardware-adjacent positions more often require on-site presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is an internship or new-graduate program with one of Oregon's larger technology employers. Intel's university recruiting and internship pipeline in Hillsboro is one of the most active in the state for early-career engineers. Lateral entry from QA analyst, technical support, or IT administrator roles is common at Oregon's mid-size software companies. A portfolio of completed personal or open-source projects, paired with a computer science degree or a completed bootcamp, gives candidates without professional experience a concrete edge in screening.

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

You can find and apply to software engineer jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and technical focus, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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