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Freelance R&D Software Developer Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

UnitedHealth Group

Software Engineer

Waukesha, WI · Remote

Mentors' junior software engineer What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group ... Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability ...

QUEST CE

Svelte Developer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

We believe great software comes from teams that work together, challenge one another, and are ... d love to hear from you. About Quest CE For more than 20 years, Quest CE has been a trusted ...

Ingeteam

Solar Field Service Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Use product knowledge of Ingeteam's different software interfaces to equipment, e.g., setting ... Monitor and analyze component/product failure rates and provide feedback to Engineering and R&D.

DataCamp

Data Science Editor

Belgium, WI · On-site +1

Detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (Python, R, SQL, etc.) or Business ... If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you. We're even more excited about you if you have the ...

DataCamp

Data Science Editor

Belgium, WI · On-site +1

Detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (Python, R, SQL, etc.) or Business ... If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you. We're even more excited about you if you have the ...

DataCamp

Data Science Editor

Belgium, WI · On-site +1

Detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (Python, R, SQL, etc.) or Business ... If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you. We're even more excited about you if you have the ...

UnitedHealth Group

Senior Software Engineer

Waukesha, WI · Remote

$122K - $161K/yr

Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability ... Experience with Azure DevOps pipelines * Familiarity with GitOps principles (and tools like Flux or ...

Agiliti

Continuing Mechanical Engineer II

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Lead projects involving multiple organizational departments such as Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and R&D. Coordinate efforts to ensure timely delivery of engineering updates while balancing ...

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How much do freelance r&d software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance r&d software developer in Milwaukee, WI is $110,195.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,700.00 and $128,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance R&D Software Developer vs R&D Software Engineer?

AspectFreelance R&D Software DeveloperR&D Software Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in computer science or related field; certifications are optionalUsually holds a degree in computer science or engineering; certifications may enhance prospects
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, often remoteEmployed by a company or research institution, often in a lab or office setting
Employer & Industry UsageFreelance basis across various industries like tech, biotech, or automotiveWithin R&D departments of corporations, universities, or research labs

In summary, Freelance R&D Software Developers work independently on diverse projects, while R&D Software Engineers are typically employed by organizations to focus on in-house research and development tasks.

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Senior Leader - Electrical & Software Engineering

Barry Wehmiller Group

Waukesha, WI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

About Us:

BW Converting is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies - Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dunnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries.


 

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.


 

Job Description:

Senior Leader - Electrical & Software Engineering

The Senior Leader - Electrical & Software Engineering is responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing the activities of the Electrical and Software Engineering teams supporting BWCS's Vision product lines. This role partners closely with engineering leadership to ensure resources are effectively allocated to support BWCS's strategic product development initiatives.

The position requires strong cross-functional collaboration with leaders across the organization to drive alignment with overall business strategy and ensure successful execution.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard engineering staff.
  • Train and develop staff.
  • Manage team workload, priorities, and engineering backlogs.
  • Provide timely, constructive performance evaluations.
  • Administer employee discipline and terminations in accordance with company policy.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Partner with Product Management and Project Management to prioritize work and allocate engineering resources to meet project timelines.
  • Monitor engineering team capacity and optimize time allocation, with a focus on advancing New Product Development initiatives.
  • Support Project Managers by contributing to cost analysis, resource planning, and development schedules.
  • Ensure alignment of team activities to meet or exceed monthly financial and operational commitments.
  • Oversee project execution to ensure delivery within budget and in a cost-effective manner.
  • Lead Design Reviews.
  • Define and implement the strategic direction of engineering initiatives in alignment with business objectives.
  • Assess team strengths and development areas; establish and execute improvement plans as needed.
  • Mentor and develop early-career engineers while fostering a collaborative, high-performance team culture.
  • Provide technical expertise and support to executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Evaluate, recommend, and implement new technologies, tools, and systems to improve efficiency and decision-making.
  • Support engagement with design partners and vendors critical to product roadmap execution, technology development, obsolescence management, and order fulfillment.
  • Establish and maintain engineering policies, standards, security practices, and development processes to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams-including manufacturing, supply chain, and field service-to support overall organizational success and customer satisfaction.
  • Stay current on emerging technologies and industry trends.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Strong results orientation with a sense of urgency.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Deep knowledge of electrical and software engineering principles and practices.
  • Software knowledge including C, C++, C#, embedded, Windows, Linux, Git/Github
  • Vision processing experience including OpenCV, TensorFlow, YOLO
  • Lead multi-developer software projects leveraging AI-assisted software development
  • Experience with PCB design, layout, and test; Altium preferred
  • Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
  • Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
  • Continuous learning mindset.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar tools.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field required.
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with modern leadership and team development practices.
  • Proven ability to build and foster team-oriented environments.
  • Knowledge of color theory is a plus.
  • Ability to travel occasionally, domestically and internationally.

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.


 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.


Company:

BW Converting

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