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Wisconsin

Software Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

$90K/yr

Software Eng/Developer III Job Summary ... The Wisconsin IceCube Particle Astrophysics Center (WIPAC) is a scientific center within the Office ...

New York University

Software Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $250K/yr

Description Center for Data Science at NYU seeks a full-time software engineer position as part of ... astrophysics, biology, neuroscience and quantum computing. The selected candidates will work ...

Wisconsin

Research Software Engineer

Madison, WI · On-site

$66K/yr

The cyberinfrastructure team at the Wisconsin IceCube Particle Astrophysics Center (WIPAC) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking an engineer to join our software and operations team.

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time astronomy software engineer in the United States is $129,678.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,000.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Astronomy Software Engineer vs Astronomy Data Analyst?

AspectFull Time Astronomy Software EngineerAstronomy Data Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Astronomy, or related field; programming skillsBachelor's or higher in Astronomy, Physics, or related field; data analysis skills
Work EnvironmentDevelops software for telescopes, observatories, or research institutionsAnalyzes astronomical data sets, often using software tools and programming
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, observatories, space agenciesResearch institutions, universities, space agencies

While both roles involve astronomy and data, a Full Time Astronomy Software Engineer focuses on developing and maintaining software systems, whereas an Astronomy Data Analyst primarily interprets data to support research findings. The software engineer emphasizes programming and software development, while the analyst emphasizes data analysis and interpretation.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Astronomy Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 18% Full Time, 77% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 58% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 41% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,678 per year, or $62.3 per hour.
2026 Space Astronomy Summer Program

2026 Space Astronomy Summer Program

Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy

Baltimore, MD

$880/wk

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Each summer, the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI) hires about a dozen highly motivated college students for the Space Astronomy Summer Program (SASP) to work individually with STScI researchers and staff on projects that include Astrophysics Research; Science Software Engineering; Science Instrument Calibration; and Science Public Outreach. STScI is a premier astronomical research institution, and our scientific staff of astronomers, scientists, analysts, and engineers is at the forefront of some of the most exciting astronomy going on today. Topics that may be addressed include the study of our own solar system and the Milky Way, the formation and composition of the first stars and galaxies, dark energy, exoplanets and their atmospheres, and more.

Our competitive program runs June 1 through July 31, 2026, and is primarily open to upper-division undergraduates with a strong interest in space-based astronomy, software engineering, or public outreach (other candidates may be considered on an individual basis). In addition to hands-on projects, students are matched with a mentor and will attend a variety of lectures. Students receive a stipend- $880 per week. Applications must be submitted by January 31, 2026, to receive full consideration. 

If you have questions regarding the application process or the internship, please refer to: http://www.stsci.edu/opportunities/space-astronomy-summer-program

Veterans, disabled individuals or wounded warriors needing assistance with the employment process can contact us at careers@stsci.edu. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V Voted to the Baltimore Magazine Hall of Fame – Top 25 Places to Work in Baltimore.  #LIHYBRID

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