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Senior Software Engineer, Innovation Hub

Dallas, TX

$121K - $159K/yr

We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork ... Experience 8 years of professional software engineering experience, including ownership of ...

Chipton Ross

Software Engineer

Cape Canaveral, FL · On-site

Job #217035 Chipton-Ross is seeking a contract Software Engineer for an onsite contract opening in Cape Canaveral, FL. REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED SKILLS >Full stack or front-end web development experience ...

RIVIDIUM

Cloud Engineer (Innovation)

Alexandria, VA · Hybrid

$59.50 - $79.50/hr

RiVidium is seeking a Cloud Engineer (Innovation) to support our planned MODES III team supporting ... This position is contingent upon contract award. Key Responsibilities * Support innovation-focused ...

ProAmpac

Engineer - Innovation

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Position Summary The Innovation Engineer will support the development and commercialization of ... Other Duties Always take ownership, be accountable for your actions, your job and your team. This ...

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How much do contract software engineer innovation team jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract software engineer innovation team in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Software Engineer Innovation Team vs Contract Software Engineer Product Development?

AspectContract Software Engineer Innovation TeamContract Software Engineer Product Development
Primary FocusInnovating new technologies and solutionsDeveloping and maintaining existing products
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, experimental projectsStructured, product-oriented teams
Required SkillsCreativity, research, rapid prototypingStrong coding, debugging, product lifecycle knowledge
Industry UsageTech companies, R&D labsSoftware firms, product companies

Contract Software Engineer Innovation Team roles focus on exploring new ideas and technologies, often in a collaborative and experimental setting. In contrast, Contract Software Engineer Product Development emphasizes building and maintaining existing products with a structured approach. Both roles require strong technical skills but differ in their primary objectives and work environments.

Infographic showing various Contract Software Engineer Innovation Team job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Locum Tenens, 5% As Needed, 66% Full Time, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,524 per year, or $70.9 per hour.

Senior Software Engineer, Innovation Hub

108000 - UTSW Innovation Hub

Dallas, TX • On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! JOB SUMMARY Provides technical leadership and hands-on delivery for the UTSW Developed Software ( Innovation Hub's Discovery Information Management System, aka DIMS), a platform supporting end-to-end discovery/commercialization workflows (e.g., Discovery Track intake, stage gating, diligence and data room outputs, role-based experiences). This role is intended to be the primary senior engineering hire to stabilize and accelerate the build. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required
  • Education Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Experience 8 years of professional software engineering experience, including ownership of production services. Demonstrated full-stack experience delivering modern web applications using React + TypeScript and Python services/APIs. Demonstrated experience building on Microsoft Azure and implementing secure identity/access patterns. Demonstrated experience with CI/CD, testing strategies, and operational readiness.
Preferred
  • Experience Experience building SaaS platforms (role-based access control, audit logs, telemetry, rollout strategies). Experience in healthcare, research, or regulated environments. Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows and guardrails; proficiency with Claude or comparable tools.
JOB DUTIES
  • Provides technical leadership across the full SDLC for UTSW Developed Software (DIMS).
  • Leads implementation of core services and end-to-end features across React/TypeScript front end and Python back end, with strong engineering discipline (tests, code review, observability, documentation).
  • Translate user needs into maintainable architecture and delivery plans.
  • Designs and enforces engineering standards (API patterns, coding conventions, branching/release strategy, performance, error handling, logging).
  • Builds and maintains solutions on Microsoft Azure (app hosting, identity, secrets, monitoring, and secure integrations as needed).
  • Implements secure-by-default patterns appropriate for a regulated academic medical environment (least privilege, auditability, data protection).
  • Evaluates and adopts new tools and approaches as appropriate (including AI coding tools, Claude preferred), ensuring quality and security controls remain strong.
  • Mentors engineers and elevates team execution through constructive code reviews, design reviews, and technical coaching.
  • Reviews progress and results; recommends changes to procedures and communicates status and risks to stakeholders.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position. EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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