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inMusic Brands, Inc.

Software Engineer

Cumberland, RI · On-site

We are looking for a Software Engineer to build and improve music creation software, platform capabilities, and product integrations used by creators around the world. This role contributes to the ...

iHeartMedia, Inc.

Software Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music ... Software Developer or related. • 24 months experience working with large data sets and managing ...

iHeartMedia

Software Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music ... Software Developer or related. 24 months experience working with large data sets and managing ...

iHeartMedia-Unternehmensgruppe

RCS, Media Monitors, Mediabase, and Florical Systems - serving the broadcast, music, and media ... You'll work closely with our tech lead and Manager of Software Engineering to design, build, test ...

Jobgether

$6 - $65/hr

You'll help evaluate and strengthen AI performance across software engineering, coding, and complex ... This is a flexible freelance opportunity suited to experienced developers, technical writers, and ...

SysMind Tech

Sr Java Developer - PA

Westerville, OH · On-site

$55.25 - $70.50/hr

D * Can we use Freelancer? : No * Named Job Posting? (if Yes - needs to be approved by SCSC) : No * Remote work possibility : (No Value) * Global Role Family : 6504 Developer / Software Engineer

Orbyta Group

NY · On-site

$46.25 - $62.25/hr

Un Embedded Software Developer Freelance esperto nello sviluppo di sistemi Embedded Linux, capace di progettare, ottimizzare e integrare soluzioni software a stretto contatto con l'hardware da ...

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How much do freelance music software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance music software developer in the United States is $100,265.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,500.00 and $106,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Music Software Developer vs Freelance Audio Software Engineer?

AspectFreelance Music Software DeveloperFreelance Audio Software Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in computer science, music technology, or related fieldsSimilar credentials, often with additional specialization in audio engineering or signal processing
Work EnvironmentFreelance projects, remote or client sites, focusing on music production toolsFreelance or contract work, often in audio processing, mixing, or sound design
Industry UsageUsed in music software development, DAW plugins, virtual instrumentsUsed in audio processing, sound engineering, and audio plugin development

Both roles involve software development with a focus on audio, but Music Software Developers primarily create tools for music production, while Audio Software Engineers focus on audio processing and engineering applications. The skills and credentials overlap significantly, making them closely related but distinct in their specific applications.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Music Software Developer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,265 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Software Engineer

Cumberland, RI • On-site

inMusic Brands, Inc.
Music Bands and Freelance Musicians • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

We are looking for a Software Engineer to build and improve music creation software, platform capabilities, and product integrations used by creators around the world. This role contributes to the design and implementation os software for music creation, while helping identify opportunities to reuse, integrate, and scale technology across inMusic brands. We are willing to consider senior level candidates for this role.
  • Design, implement, test, and maintain high-quality software for music creation products and platforms.
  • Work with product managers, designers, QA, and other engineers to deliver reliable, user-focused features.
  • Contribute to architecture decisions, technical planning, and estimation.
  • Improve code quality, maintainability, performance, and development practices.
  • Support integration between technologies and broader inMusic hardware/software ecosystems.
  • Diagnose complex technical issues and contribute to long-term platform stability.
  • Mentor other engineers and help raise engineering standards.
  • Strong software engineering experience in C++, desktop applications, audio software, embedded-adjacent systems, plug-ins, cloud-connected products, or comparable technical domains.
  • Ability to reason about product quality, maintainability, performance, and user experience.
  • Experience working in cross-functional product teams.
  • Strong debugging, testing, and technical communication skills.
  • Interest in music technology, creator tools, hardware/software integration, or audio workflows.
  • Ability to balance immediate delivery with long-term technical health.
  • Work on products and platforms used by creators, producers, performers, DJs, and musicians around the world.
  • Help shape the future of music creation technology across a global portfolio of brands.
  • Join a practical, creative environment that values clear thinking, customer impact, and measurable outcomes.

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