Entry Level Staff Software Architect Jobs

New grad staff software architect jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site and remote settings across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Molex, Qualcomm, and Databricks hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles203+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMolex
Top cityFremont, CA
Work type60% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Oracle EBS Technical Architect
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Oracle EBS Technical Architect
Purple Drive Technologies
Remote
Data Science & Analytics
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
$85k - $125k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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Workday Solution Architect
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Workday Solution Architect
RandomTrees
San Jose, California
Human Resources
On-Site
None

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Senior Landscape Architect
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Senior Landscape Architect
Caltrans - CA Dept. of Transportation
California
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
$11k - $14k/mo
Hybrid
None

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Solution Architect
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Solution Architect
Acxiom
Conway, Arkansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Application Architect L2
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Application Architect L2
Wipro
Denver, Colorado
Cloud & DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$100k - $200k/yr
10,000+

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Entry Level Staff Software Architect Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Molex27
  • Qualcomm8
  • Databricks8
  • Capgemini6
  • Jobot5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software105
  • Electronics & Hardware32
  • Consulting & Professional Services29
  • Manufacturing20
  • Telecommunications13

Entry Level Staff Software Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level staff software architect job?

Focus on demonstrating systems-thinking through portfolio projects, open-source contributions, or internship work that shows you can design at scale, not just write code. Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who understand distributed systems fundamentals, can communicate architectural trade-offs clearly, and have hands-on experience with cloud platforms or microservices, even from academic or personal projects.

Which companies hire entry level staff software architects?

Companies hiring entry level staff software architects right now include Molex, Qualcomm, and Databricks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from technology companies, fast-growing startups, and enterprises building out engineering pipelines that develop junior architects into senior contributors over time.

Are there remote entry level staff software architect jobs?

Yes, though fully remote roles at this level are less common than for more experienced candidates. About 40% of entry level staff software architect openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who prefer flexibility still have meaningful options alongside on-site roles that offer structured mentorship and closer collaboration with senior engineers.

Are these new grad staff software architect jobs?

Yes, many of the openings here are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically skips strict experience requirements and instead asks for a degree in computer science or a related field, relevant internship work, or a portfolio demonstrating design and problem-solving skills at a systems level.

Which industries hire the most entry level staff software architects?

Entry Level staff software architect roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they are actively scaling engineering teams and invest in developing new graduates into architects who can own infrastructure and design decisions over time.