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Red Hat, Inc.

Software Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

$96.44 - $154.19/hr

S. or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field and two (2) years of experience in the job offered or related role.* Must have two (2) years of experience with ...

Pearson

Software Engineer III

Durham, NC · On-site

$55.50 - $74.75/hr

Software Engineer III The Role Pearson PSG PAICE Software Engineering Group is seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer III to design, develop, and maintain modern cloud-native applications that ...

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Software Engineer

Durham, NC · On-site

Position Summary and Responsibilities Teledyne Scientific Company is seeking an exceptional Software Engineer to support advanced research and development projects that require algorithm and software ...

Worky

Experienced Software Engineer (Hybrid)

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$77 - $156/hr

You have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree with a preference in a science, technology, engineering, or math related field or equivalent work experience * You have 2+ years software engineering ...

IXL Learning

Software Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking Software Engineers who have a passion for technology and education to help us add new ...

Teledyne

Software Engineer

Durham, NC

Position Summary and Responsibilities Teledyne Scientific Company is seeking an exceptional Software Engineer to support advanced research and development projects that require algorithm and software ...

Garmin International, Inc.

Senior Software Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$124K - $164K/yr

Overview We are seeking a full-time Senior C/C++ Embedded Software Engineer in our Cary, NC location on our Marine embedded software development team . We're seeking someone who is passionate about ...

Garmin Ltd.

Technical Lead Software Engineer

Cary, NC · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Overview We are seeking a full-time Technical Lead Software Engineer at our Cary, NC office. In this role, you will be responsible for being a key technical contributor and/or Lead Software Engineer ...

NetApp

Software Engineer

Morrisville, NC · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

Job Summary We are seeking a Performance Automation Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain internal software tools used to measure, analyze, and improve the performance of NetApp's ONTAP ...

Vadum Inc

Junior Software Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

If you're an early-career software engineer who enjoys solving challenging problems and wants to work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative research and development environment, we'd ...

Vadum Inc

Junior Software Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

If you're an early-career software engineer who enjoys solving challenging problems and wants to work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative research and development environment, we'd ...

HirexHire

Software Engineer I

Raleigh, NC · On-site

They are seeking a Software Engineer I to develop scalable software solutions, collaborate with teams, and enhance existing applications while embracing modern engineering practices. Responsibilities ...

NetApp, Inc.

Software Engineer (Cassandra)

Morrisville, NC · On-site

$170 - $253/hr

As a Software Engineer, Cassandra at the MTS 4 level, you will focus primarily on Java-based Cassandra development for the distributed database layer that underpins StorageGRID metadata services ...

HirexHire

Software Engineer I

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Contact HirexHire for more client information THE ROLE Our client is seeking a Software Engineer I to contribute to the development of scalable, customer-focused software solutions while building a ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate software engineer in Durham, NC is $40.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.52 and $43.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an associate software engineer?

An associate software engineer works with a team of engineering professionals and developers to improve existing software or design new applications. As an associate software engineer, your job duties include coding software, coordinating with hardware engineers to ensure that different types of technology can run the software, and helping the QA team to test software before release. Typical qualifications for the career include a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field and relevant technical experience with software applications. You also need excellent communication, coding, and analytical problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work as part of a team.

What are some common challenges faced by associate software engineers when transitioning from academic projects to real-world development teams?

Associate Software Engineers often encounter challenges such as adapting to larger, more complex codebases and learning to work within established development workflows. Unlike academic projects, real-world development involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, adhering to coding standards, and following agile processes. Additionally, balancing learning new technologies with delivering features on tight deadlines can be demanding. However, support from mentors and structured onboarding programs usually helps smooth this transition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate software engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Software Engineer, you need a solid understanding of programming fundamentals, algorithms, and data structures, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with programming languages like Java, Python, or C++, as well as experience using version control systems like Git, are commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and effective communication set standout candidates apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering reliable software solutions, collaborating within development teams, and adapting to rapidly evolving technologies.
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Experienced Financial Software Engineer

Durham, NC

Galatea Associates
Finance and Insurance • 11 - 50 employees
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Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Galatea is looking for an experienced Financial Software Engineer to join our growing team!  We are at the center of the digital revolution in finance and are looking for strong engineers who want to be part of helping to build and improve key systems used by our Capital Market clients. 
 
As an Associate at Galatea you will define, architect, and build strategic systems that facilitate access to trillions of dollars worth of liquidity and capital around the world. You may also have the opportunity to do hands-on programming in this role. This is a perfect role for someone who enjoys leading projects and rolling up their sleeves to support their team’s work.   
 
Access to liquidity and capital makes an incredible difference in people's lives every day by allowing them to make contactless payments, get micro-credit loans, buy houses, start small businesses, and more. As a Galatean, you will be a big part of that by providing a direct impact on streamlining these processes and making them more accessible to everyone!
 
A look into your first year on your client project:
Within the first few months of your first client engagement, you will:
  • Learn about Galatea’s collaborative culture and values and become an active participant in discussions.
  • Witness and learn about Galatea’s client-focused delivery approach and the ongoing value-add we provide to our clients everyday.
  • Take ownership over increasingly complex design, analysis, planning, and software-related tasks while working towards independence on assignments.
  • Begin to establish relationships with client contacts.
  • Build an understanding of the finance topics relevant to your project.
Within 6 months, you will:
  • Begin to mentor and lead 1-2 junior members of the team in all areas of project delivery.
  • Expand your knowledge of functional and technical concepts beyond the specifics of your project.
  • Participate in project planning discussions. 
  • Gain independence on assignments and become a master of Galatea’s best practices.
  • Be seen as the ultimate problem solver on your team.
  • Establish meaningful client relationships.
Within 12 months, you will:
  • Increase your impact by challenging yourself to architect your own small applications or small pieces of larger applications.
  • Be the go-to person for clients serving as a subject matter expert in many areas within your project.
  • Share your financial and technical knowledge by contributing to internal Galatea training sessions.
  • Become an essential contributor on your project and within Galatea by leading other Galateans through your excellent example!
About YOU:
  • Accountable and Curious - You take responsibility and bring intellectual curiosity to all endeavors.
  • Relationship Builder - You form relationships based on mutual respect, diversity of thought, and direct and open communication.
  • Results Driven - You participate in and push for inclusive, team-based, client-focused delivery.
  • Embrace uncertainty - You bring clarity and definition to uncertainty.
  • Leader - You enjoy providing leadership and communicating project goals and timelines with stakeholders and your team. 
  • Problem Solver - You are a problem solver first and a software engineer second.  You thrive in finding solutions when challenged with the organizational silos of our large clients.
  • Client Manager - You delight your clients and form productive long-standing relationships.
  • Business Focused - You don’t just think of yourself as an engineer who is told what to build. You are focused on solving the client’s underlying business problem.
  • Technology Agnostic -  You are a technical polyglot who embraces the diverse set of technologies used by our clients.
About Us:
Headquartered in Somerville, MA and with branch offices in Tampa Bay, Durham, and London, Galatea Associates is a highly-focused software consulting firm that specializes in providing bespoke technical solutions to capital markets firms. At Galatea, our employees know both the business and the IT infrastructure of our clients’ operations and we are uniquely positioned to help bridge the communication gap between the internal business and technical teams for our clients. Our clients call on us to collaborate with them throughout the entirety of project life cycles and we assist them in overcoming whatever challenges they encounter. 
 
Why Galatea?
Our strengths have always been in our people and our core focus is on providing a collaborative environment with highly engaged employees while maintaining impactful delivery to our clients.  We strive to provide transparency into our internal operations and include ideas and feedback from Galateans as company decisions are made.  Our ambitions are high and our people help us to attain our goals year after year! 
 
Benefits you’ll Love:
- A positive and collaborative team-based environment.
- Ability to work with different clients, technologies, and projects while maintaining the stability of knowing and trusting your employer.
- Interesting Wall Street work within a fun and casual environment.
 
Job Requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, engineering or a related field.
 
US Salary Guidelines (will be dependent on relevant skills and/or experience):
- 1-3 years experience $100-$120K base plus $5-$15K bonus
- 3-5 years experience $120-$145K base plus $10-$20K bonus
- 5+ years experience $160K - $300K+ total comp (base plus bonus included)
 
Data Protection Privacy Notice to Job Applicants
To view Galatea's Data Protection Notice to Job Applicants, navigate to: www.galatea-associates.com/data-protection-policy
 
Additional Item to Note:
Due to the strong collaborative nature of our culture, all Galatea employees will normally be required to work on-site at the location of one of Galatea's clients or to work from their local Galatea office.
 
The future is bright at Galatea and we are looking forward to finding the perfect candidate to join our team and help us continue to grow and innovate! We look forward to speaking with you more about this opportunity.