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Software Engineer Level 2 (Visualization Developer) Software | Hanover, MD | Full Time Position: Software Engineer Level 2 Location: Laurel, MD (On-site) Category: Software Engineering Schedule:

Software Engineer Level 2

Laurel, MD · On-site

$130K - $138K/yr

Software Engineer Level 2 (Visualization Developer) Software | Hanover, MD | Full Time Position: Software Engineer Level 2 Location: Laurel, MD (On-site) Category: Software Engineering Schedule:

Software Engineer 2

Hanover, MD

$97K - $132K/yr

The Level 2 Software Engineer (SWE) shall possess the following capabilities: * Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements * Debug existing software and correct ...

Software Engineer 2

Hanover, MD · On-site

$97K - $132K/yr

The Level 2 Software Engineer (SWE) shall possess the following capabilities: * Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements * Debug existing software and correct ...

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How much do entry level level 2 software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level level 2 software engineer in the United States is $104,863.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Level 2 Software Engineer vs Entry Level Software Developer?

AspectEntry Level Level 2 Software EngineerEntry Level Software Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in CS or related field; some companies prefer certificationsBachelor's degree in CS or related field; certifications are optional
Work EnvironmentCorporate or tech company teams, collaborative projectsStartups, tech firms, or in-house development teams
Employer UsageCommonly used in larger organizations with structured rolesWidely used across various company sizes, often interchangeable with Software Developer

While both roles involve software development at an entry level, the Entry Level Level 2 Software Engineer often implies a slightly more structured or specialized position with a focus on engineering principles, whereas Entry Level Software Developer may be broader, emphasizing coding and application development. Understanding these nuances can help job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Level 2 Software Engineer jobs?

The most popular types of Level 2 Software Engineer jobs are:

Infographic showing various Entry Level Level 2 Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,863 per year, or $50.4 per hour.

Level 2 Software Engineer

Fort Worth, TX • On-site

PlanIT Group, LLC
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:
PlanIT Group, LLC is a company seeking a Level 2 Software Engineer to engage in full lifecycle testing of various infrastructure software product capabilities. The role involves collaboration in Agile product development methodologies and offers opportunities to learn from experienced system/software architects while mentoring junior engineers.
Responsibilities:
• Full lifecycle testing of various infrastructure software product capabilities
• Agile Product Development Methodologies
• Daily collaboration and communication
• Opportunities to learn from system/software architects as well as mentor more junior engineers
• Gain working knowledge of team CI/CD infrastructure and tool suite
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Math, Physics, or other Engineering/Science related discipline
• C++ 11, ADA, and Python proficiency
• Linux-based software development experience.
• Experience in object oriented software development
Preferred:
• Vectorcast experience
• CppUnit experience
• Gcov/Gcovr experience
• Cmake experience
• Experienced practitioner with Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with daily collaborative environment including occasional pair programming
• Fluent in company development processes as a practitioner
• Fluent in Agile product development concepts
• Proficient in the development of software estimates
• Comfortable with offering improvement ideas to foster culture of feedback and continuous improvement
• Ada proficiency (software testing)
• Gitlab pipeline troubleshooting
• Greenhills compiler for ADA
• AUnit for ADA unit testing
• Gnatmake
Company:
PlanIT Group is an IT and engineering professional services company which provides top-tier talent to various commercial and government customers. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Charlotte, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.