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SGS Consulting

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · On-site

Job Title: Software Developer Duration: 3 Years (High Possibility of Extension) Location: Lexington, MA Onsite Description Clearance: Interim clearance is sufficient to start. Work Schedule:

LanceSoft, Inc.

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · On-site

LanceSoft, Inc. is seeking a Software Developer for Encode, Inc., a fully owned subsidiary. The role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications for lasercom ...

Aquila Technology

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · Hybrid

Software Developer Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain an Active Secret Clearance to be considered - US Citizenship is a requirement to apply Location: Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA ...

Aquila Technology

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · Hybrid

Software Developer Clearance Level: Must be able to obtain an Active Secret Clearance to be considered - US Citizenship is a requirement to apply Location: Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA ...

SGS Consulting

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · On-site

Software and Electronics Engineering, is seeking an engineer to own ground support for satellite payload software and hardware. Other information relevant to the job requirement? This position is ...

Aquila Technology

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · Hybrid

Software Developer Clearance Level: Must have an Active Secret/Top Secret Clearance to be considered - US Citizenship is a requirement to apply Location: Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA ...

Aquila Technology

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · Hybrid

Software Developer Clearance Level: Must have an Active Secret/Top Secret Clearance to be considered - US Citizenship is a requirement to apply Location: Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA ...

AMARIS GROUP SA

Software Developer

Westford, MA · On-site

$110 - $160/hr

As part of the engineering team, you'll own the Windows-based configuration software that technicians and engineers rely on to program, validate, and deploy fire alarm control panels in the field.

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LanceSoft, Inc.

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · On-site

They are seeking a Software Developer to develop application software, implement efficient code, and support the development of infrastructure software and automation tooling. Responsibilities : • ...

Blitzy

Software Developer Growth Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Software Developer Growth Engineers are designed to solve this problem. The mission is to generate enterprise demand by demonstrating the capabilities of the Blitzy platform through public technical ...

RepliGen Corporation

Software Developer I

Bridgewater, MA · On-site

$72 - $104/hr

We are seeking an early-career Software Engineer to support the development of software for laboratory and bioprocessing systems. The successful candidate will work with senior engineers and cross ...

Repligen Corp

Software Developer I

Bridgewater, MA · On-site

$72 - $104/hr

We are seeking an early-career Software Engineer to support the development of software for laboratory and bioprocessing systems. The successful candidate will work with senior engineers and cross ...

Aquila Technology

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · Remote

The developer will work closely with: * HRIS Team - Project Managers, Business/Systems Analysts, Software Developers, System Administrators * HR functional teams (Benefits, Talent, Employee Relations ...

Aquila Technology

Software Developer

Lexington, MA · Remote

The developer will work closely with: * HRIS Team - Project Managers, Business/Systems Analysts, Software Developers, System Administrators * HR functional teams (Benefits, Talent, Employee Relations ...

COMMON - A Users Group

Software Developer

Framingham, MA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

At least four years of software development experience. * Bachelors in Computer Science, Engineering or Related Field. * Experience with development of Microsoft client/server applications. * In ...

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Waters Corporation

Sr Software Developer

Milford, MA · On-site

$59.75 - $79/hr

As a Sr Software Engineer in Milford MA , you'll be working with technology used for quality testing and the development of nearly every drug taken in around the globe. These are processes that we ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly software developer in Massachusetts is $122,149.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,300.00 and $142,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Hourly Software Developer is a software professional who works and gets paid based on the number of hours they contribute to a project instead of a fixed salary. These developers are often hired for freelance, contract, or temporary positions to assist with specific development tasks. They may work on designing, coding, testing, or maintaining software solutions for businesses. Hourly developers offer flexibility for both employers and workers, making it easier to scale development efforts as needed. This type of role is common in remote and gig-based work environments.

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Software Developer

SGS Consulting

Lexington, MA • On-site

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Title:

Software Developer

Duration:

3 Years (High Possibility of Extension)

Location:

Lexington, MA Onsite


Description

Clearance:

Interim clearance is sufficient to start.

Work Schedule:

Candidate should expect to be 80% onsite

Interview

Interview process: Initial interview with team member, followed by an onsite interview with the team. The team will consider relocation candidates and will accommodate a Zoom.

Description:

Develops application software. Writing and implementing efficient code. Research, designs, develops and implements software applications and systems. Involved in planning of system and development deployment as well as responsible for meeting software compliance standards. Evaluates, designs and implements interface between hardware and software, operational requirements, cloud offering, system architecture, security, and characteristics of overall system. Researching, designing, implementing and managing software programs. Identifying areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these modifications. Determining operational practicality. Documents testing, client experience, and maintenance of system corrections. May partner and collaborate with cyber security teams to ensure compliance with security standards. May develop and conduct unit tests.

Background/Need:
Software and Electronics Engineering is seeking an engineer to own ground support for satellite payload software and hardware.

Other information relevant to the job requirement?

This position is geared towards an EGSE (Electrical Ground Support Equipment Developer). This person will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to architect and implement ground support equipment and use the equipment to test complex systems spanning embedded software, firmware, and electronic hardware for mission critical prototypes.

Position requirements are as follows:

  • High-level programming language (C#, Java, etc.)
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++
  • Scripting experience (COSMOS, Ruby, or similar)
  • XML
  • Experience using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, waveform generators, spectrum analyzers and logic analyzers for integration and hardware debugging
  • Bachelor's degree

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