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Vital IT Services

Software Engineer (Remote)

Allen, TX · Remote

$95K - $115K/yr

Summary Vital Services is seeking a talented and experienced Mid-Level Software Engineer to join ... remote schedule based on team project needs rather than a rigid clock-in / in-office requirement.

CENTRL

Software Engineer (Remote)

Mountain View, CA · Remote

This contract has a 6 month duration. We are looking for a motivated Software Engineer who is looking to work with a small but agile team developing solutions for Financial Services companies, using ...

Rapta, Inc

Senior Software Engineer (Remote)

Portland, OR · Remote

$140K - $175K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Full-Time Position | Portland, Oregon About Us Rapta is revolutionizing ... Design and evolve protobuf contracts and gRPC service definitions across the platform * Provide ...

CEDENT

Ruby on Rails Software Engineer

$40 - $60/hr

Location: 100% Remote ? Overview: * Our client's current background check solution features several ... We are looking for one more contract Software Engineer to support this team. * The work would be ...

Almost Fun

Our software engineers will : * Participate in a weekly team reading group focused on research on ... This is a remote position that pays hourly. Preferred skills for this role are: * A commitment to ...

Almost Fun

Our software engineers will : * Participate in a weekly team reading group focused on research on ... This is a remote position that pays hourly. Preferred skills for this role are: * A commitment to ...

Feedonomics

Lead Software Engineer - Remote

$110K - $216K/yr

... engineers to help infrastructure and software excel together * An excellent communicator who thrives in a geographically distributed team with team members in Austin, San Francisco, Sydney and remote

M7 Health

Software Engineer (Remote)

New York, NY · Remote

Software Engineer About M7 Health M7 Health is the AI-powered workforce operations platform for ... The result: health systems reduce overtime, cut contract labor costs, and give clinical leaders ...

ArcSpan

Software Engineer (Remote)

New York, NY · Remote

Software Engineer Position: Software Engineer Location: New York, NY Experience: 4 6+ years Professional Experience ARCSPAN TECHNOLOGIES ArcSpan Technologies is an AI-native audience monetization ...

Knexus

AI Software Engineer (Remote)

Vienna, VA · Remote

We're looking for an experienced AI Software Engineer with 6-8 years of experience to join our AI applications team. This is a fully remote position for candidates in the continental U.S., with work ...

CareFirst

Software Engineer (Remote)

Baltimore, MD · Remote

Fundamental knowledge of software engineers best practices, agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines. * Knowledge of test-first practices including Test-Driven Development (TDD) for unit tests and ...

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How much do contract software engineer remote jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract software engineer remote 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Software Engineer (Remote), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Software Engineer (Remote), you need strong programming skills, experience with software development methodologies, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Proficiency with version control systems like Git, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), and collaboration tools such as Jira or Slack is typically required. Excellent time management, communication, and self-motivation are standout soft skills for remote work success. These competencies ensure high-quality, timely deliverables and effective remote collaboration across distributed teams.

What does a remote contract software engineer do?

A remote contract software engineer is a professional who designs, develops, tests, and maintains software applications while working remotely, often on a project or time-limited basis. They are typically hired by companies for specific projects or to fill temporary skill gaps, and their work is governed by a contract that outlines the duration, deliverables, and payment terms. These engineers collaborate with teams using online tools, and their responsibilities can include coding, debugging, and participating in virtual meetings to ensure project success.

How do contract software engineers typically integrate with remote development teams?

As a contract software engineer working remotely, you'll often be onboarded quickly and expected to familiarize yourself with the team's tools, workflows, and codebase in a short time. Communication is key—most teams rely on daily stand-ups, regular check-ins, and collaborative platforms like Slack, Jira, or GitHub to keep everyone aligned. You'll likely work alongside full-time engineers, product managers, and designers, contributing to specific projects or milestones with clear deliverables. Proactivity in asking questions and sharing updates helps build trust and ensures smooth collaboration, even when working from different locations and time zones.
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Infographic showing various Contract Software Engineer Remote job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,524 per year, or $70.9 per hour.
Sr Software Engineer- Remote 6 month contract to hire

Sr Software Engineer- Remote 6 month contract to hire

MDT Technical

Lexington, KY • On-site, Remote

$121K - $160K/yr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Sr Software Engineer- Remote
Primary Location: Lexington, Kentucky
V-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for a Sr Software Engineer- Remote for our premier client Lexington, Kentucky.
Education and Experience »
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field of study

Knowledge and Skills:
  • Senior level full stack experience developing secure software with Microsoft .Net technologies (C#, ASP.Net Blazor, APIs)
  • Senior level database development experience (Microsoft SQL Server preferred)
  • Self-motivation and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a remote environment.
A high level of organizational skills
  • Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication.
  • Attention to detail
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure services (Azure SQL, App Service, Containers, etc.)
  • Design and develop new features and products
  • Support and maintain existing products

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Job Responsibilities:
  • Looking for a senior level C#/.Net software engineer to help enhance and maintain our suite of software applications as well as help design and build new products. The ideal candidate will have excellent technical skills, the ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with other team members, and will help us continuously improve code quality, security, and processes.

Interested?
Qualified candidates should send their resumes to bmohammad@vsoftconsulting.com
V-Soft Consulting Group is recognized among the top 100 fastest growing staffing companies in North America, V-Soft Consulting Group is headquartered in Louisville, KY with strategic locations in India, Canada and the U.S. V-Soft is known as an agile, innovative technology services company holding several awards and distinctions and has a wide variety of partnerships across diverse technology stacks.
As a valued V-Soft Consultant, you're eligible for full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) plan, competitive compensation and more. V-Soft is partnered with numerous Fortune 500 companies, exceptionally positioned to advance your career growth.
V-Soft Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
For more information or to view all our open jobs, please visit www.vsoftconsulting.com or call (844) 425-8425.
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