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As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for computer science researcher in Houston, TX is $107,959.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,000.00 and $147,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Computer Science Researcher, you need a strong background in algorithms, mathematics, and theoretical computer science, commonly supported by an advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in computer science or a related field. Proficiency in programming languages (such as Python, C++, or Java), research methodologies, and experience with tools like MATLAB, TensorFlow, or research databases is essential. Critical thinking, curiosity, effective communication, and collaboration are crucial soft skills for generating innovative ideas and sharing findings. These skills and qualities are important for advancing the field, producing original research, and successfully working in multidisciplinary teams.

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Computer Science Researchers often collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, which can present challenges such as aligning goals, integrating diverse technical expertise, and managing communication across different fields. Additionally, coordinating schedules and research timelines between multiple contributors can be complex, especially when team members are based in different institutions or countries. Overcoming these challenges requires strong project management skills, clear communication, and adaptability to different working styles.
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Software Security Researcher

SecSrvr

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

About the Software Security Researcher position

We are looking for an experienced Security Engineer who will analyze our software designs and implementations from a security perspective, in order to identify and resolve security issues. Your duties will include the appropriate security analysis, defences and countermeasures at each phase of the software development lifecycle, to result in robust and reliable software.

You should have a solid technical backround and great abilities of security threats prevention. We also expect you to have an analytical mindset and to be an efficient team player.

Software Security Researcher responsibilities are:

  • Plan, test and implement advanced software security techniques in compliance with technical reference architecture

  • Organize on-going security testing and code review to improve software security

  • Detect, troubleshoot and debug issues that arise

  • Prepare engineering designs for new software solutions to help mitigate security vulnerabilities

  • Participate in the team's work at all levels of the architecture

  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation

  • Provide help and consulting to team members on secure coding practices

  • Stay informed about new tools and best practices of the industry

Software Security Researcher requirements are:

  • 2+ years' experience of working on a Software Security Engineer position

  • Profound experience with techniques, standards and methods for authentication and authorization, applied cryptography, security vulnerabilities and remediation

  • Significant software development experience in one of the following core languages: Ruby on Rails, Java, Javascript or .NET

  • Excellent knowledge of web related technologies (Web applications, Web Services and Service Oriented Architectures) and of network/web related protocols

  • Good understanding of all aspects of security research and development

  • BS degree in Computer Science or other related area