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SS&C

Sr. Software Engineer

Kansas City, KS · On-site

$118K - $155K/yr

LeadAI-first engineering initiatives, embedding AI-assisted development practices into the software lifecycle * Influence andoptimizedevelopment processes, DevOps maturity, and CI/CD frameworks ...

Prairie Engineers

Electrical Engineer

Lenexa, KS · On-site

$75K - $150K/yr

Current Professional Engineer in Illinois or the ability to obtain within the first 6 months of employment * Software: Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office Suite What you will Do:

Finite State

In our environment, AI is a first-class partner in software creation. The QA Staff/Lead Engineering Manager will define how quality is engineered into the product using automation, AI agents ...

Bowen Engineering

Project Engineer

Olathe, KS · On-site

Project Engineer Who You Are: You're a dynamic problem-solver with a passion for construction ... Safety First: "Zero Injury and Genuine Concern for Others." We don't do shortcuts. We've built a ...

Orizon Aerostructures

Quality Engineer

Olathe, KS · On-site

$59K - $74K/yr

Quality Engineer Are you a Quality Engineer who's passionate about setting the highest standards ... Support inspection processes, including First Article Inspections, RMAs, and MRRs * Interact ...

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Civil Engineer

Manhattan, KS · On-site +1

$50K - $127K/yr

OR (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics ...

Bowen Engineering

Field Engineer

Olathe, KS · On-site

Safety First: "Zero Injury and Genuine Concern for Others." We don't do shortcuts. We've built a ... As a Field Engineer, you'll work closely with the Project Manager, Project Engineer, and ...

Henderson Engineers

Senior Fire Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse ... Senior Engineers are heavily involved in business development, corporate operations and risk ...

TT Electronics plc

Quality Engineer

Olathe, KS

$69K - $90K/yr

Introduction The Quality Engineer supports the Quality Assurance organization by applying ... The QE I assists with inspection planning, First Article documentation, internal audits, corrective ...

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How much do 1st engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for 1st engineer in Kansas is $90,748.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,900.00 and $103,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 1St Engineer vs 2nd Engineer?

Aspect1St Engineer2nd Engineer
CredentialsMarine engineering certifications, relevant experienceSimilar certifications, entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentOnboard ships, overseeing engine room operationsOnboard ships, assisting 1St Engineer
Industry UsageCommonly used in maritime and shipping industriesSame as 1St Engineer, often a stepping stone

The 1St Engineer and 2nd Engineer roles are both vital in maritime engineering, with the 1St Engineer holding more responsibility for engine maintenance and management. The 2nd Engineer supports the 1St Engineer and handles routine tasks. Both positions require similar certifications and work in the engine room onboard ships, making them closely related in the maritime industry.

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Infographic showing various 1St Engineer job openings in Kansas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,748 per year, or $43.6 per hour.
Sr. Software Engineer

Sr. Software Engineer

SS&C

Kansas City, KS • On-site

$118K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.

Job Description

Job Title:Senior Software Engineer

Locations: Kansas City, MO

About the Role

S&C Blue Prism- Chorus enables business leaders of the future to navigate around the roadblocks of ongoing digital transformationin order totruly reshape and evolve how work gets done - for the better.We believe in supporting organizations as they harness the power of intelligent automation.We offer our customers value with our Comprehensive Capabilities, Accessible and User-Friendly Software, Scalable and Intelligent Digital Workforce, and a United Vision Behind our Innovation.

This role leads theendtoenddesign, development, and delivery of scalable,highperformancesoftware solutions. It partners closely with product, business, and engineering teams to translate requirements intowell architectedtechnical solutions whilemaintaininghigh standardsof code quality, performance, and reliability. The role also provides technical mentorship, contributes to architectural direction and roadmap planning, and drives continuous improvement through modern development practices, tooling, and emerging technologies.

Why Join SS&C

SS&C combines proprietary technology with deep industryexpertiseto support complex financial and health care operations. Our teams design, implement, andoperatesolutions that help clients manage data, automate processes, and scale their businesses with confidence.

You will work with industry experts, modern platforms, and evolving technologies, gaining exposure to real-world operational challenges and large-scale enterprise environments.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Define and drive architectural visionfor large-scale, distributed systems across multiple products and platforms

  • Lead theend-to-end delivery of complex, mission-critical initiatives, from concept through deployment and optimization

  • Partner with executive stakeholders, product leaders, and engineering teams to aligntechnical strategy with business objectives

  • Establish and enforceengineering standards, architectural patterns, and best practicesacross teams

  • Serve as atechnical escalation pointfor the most complex system design challenges and production issues

  • Mentor and develop senior and junior engineers,scaling technical leadership across the organization

  • Drivecross-team collaborationto ensure cohesive system design and seamless integration across platforms

  • Evaluate and introduceemerging technologies, frameworks, and toolsto enhance scalability, performance, and developer productivity

  • LeadAI-first engineering initiatives, embedding AI-assisted development practices into the software lifecycle

  • Influence andoptimizedevelopment processes, DevOps maturity, and CI/CD frameworks

Required Experience

  • Bachelor's orMaster's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

  • 8-12+ years of progressive experience building and deliveringenterprise-grade, distributed systems

  • Proventrack recordofleading large-scale technical initiativeswith significant business impact

  • Deepexpertisein at least one primary language (Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript) with polyglot capability

  • Advanced knowledge ofsoftware architecture patterns, including microservices, event-driven systems, and domain-driven design

  • Strong experience withcloud-native architectures(AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization/orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)

  • Expertisewith relational and NoSQL databases andlarge-scale data system design

  • Deep understanding ofDevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and system observability

  • Exceptionalproblem-solving, communication, and stakeholder managementskills

What Sets You Apart

Enterprise Architecture & Technical Leadership

  • Demonstrated ability todesign and scale highly distributed, fault-tolerant systemsacross complex ecosystems

  • Experience shapingmulti-year technical roadmapsand influencing organizational technology direction

  • Strong architectural judgment with the ability to navigate trade-offs at scale

AI-First Engineering Expertise

  • Proven experience working in or building toward anAI-first engineering organization

  • Advanced use of AI-assisted tools forcode generation, refactoring, testing, debugging, and documentation

  • Leadership in adopting AI-driven practices toaccelerate delivery and improve engineering quality

Strategic Influence & Ownership

  • Ability to leadlarge, cross-functional initiativeswith minimal oversight

  • Strong executive presence with experience influencingVP- and Director-level stakeholders

  • Ownership mindset with accountability forsystem outcomes, reliability, and scalability

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Passion for solvingcomplex, ambiguous problemswith scalable and forward-thinking solutions

  • Experience introducingmodern engineering practices, frameworks, and process improvements

  • Commitment to building a culture oftechnical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning

What Sets You Apart(preferred qualifications)

  • Prior experience with financial technology (FinTech) or large-scale data processing systems

Join SS&C, where innovation meets global opportunities.Click heretoapply.

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Unless explicitly requested or approached by SS&C Technologies, Inc. or any of its affiliated companies, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.

SS&C Technologies offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with company match; paid time off, holidays, and parental leave; and professional development reimbursement opportunity.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

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