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Avanciers LLC

Lead Snowflake Software Developer

Boston, MA · On-site

$126K - $158K/yr

Lead Snowflake Software Developer Location: Bostan, MA (Onsite) Contract Job ID: AV28380 JD: * 10+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on data engineering, analytics, and ...

Neurable, INC

Software Developer

Cambridge, MA

... software in real-time with their brain via a non-invasive cap. We have enabled users to control remote control cars, computer programs, wheelchairs, and more. Currently we are directing Neurable for ...

Neurable, INC

Software Developer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

... software in real-time with their brain via a non-invasive cap. We have enabled users to control remote control cars, computer programs, wheelchairs, and more. Currently we are directing Neurable for ...

SupportFinity™

Software Developer 2026 ELH

Boston, MA · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Role and Responsibilities We are looking for early-career Software Developers to join our product engineering teams across back-end, front-end, and full-stack areas. In this role, you will help ...

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Stolution

Lead Software Developer

Boston, MA · On-site

$100 - $140/hr

Northstar Industries in Miami, FL is looking for a Lead Software Developer to join our team. We are seeking a dedicated professional who is passionate about delivering quality work. This is an ...

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Socket.dev

Software Developer I (Hybrid)

Canton, MA · On-site

$83 - $96/hr

The Software Developer will be tasked with building defined features, writing tests, and fully participating in the agile process. Some of the Software Developer I responsibilities include but are ...

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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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Senior Software Developer / Software Engineer

Think Tank, Inc.

Gloucester, MA • Remote

$60.25 - $79.75/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

*Authorized to work in the US required; US Citizenship preferred

*Remote Position with occasional travel to the office in Gloucester, MA

*Applicants residing within travel distance preferred

*Three references required

*Salary Negotiable depending on experience, location, and certification

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Senior Software Developer / Software Engineer provides technical leadership in the design, development, modernization, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical fisheries management systems for NOAA NMFS. This role supports a diverse portfolio of web, mobile, and database-driven applications used by federal staff, partner agencies, and the commercial fishing industry across the Greater Atlantic region.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Lead and contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, system design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and documentation using agile methodologies.
  • Design and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions supporting fisheries management programs such as permitting, quota management, vessel trip reporting, dealer reporting, and protected species data systems.
  • Collaborate closely with help desk staff, database specialists, scientists, councils, state partners, and external stakeholders to resolve system issues and enhance functionality.
  • Develop and maintain backend database logic using PL/SQL and Oracle technologies; support frontend and middleware development using modern web frameworks.
  • Coordinate and support user acceptance testing, system deployment, and post-production troubleshooting.
  • Ensure compliance with NMFS and NOAA IT security standards, Section 508 accessibility requirements, and established coding and version-control best practices.
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation using JIRA, Confluence, and Git repositories to support long-term system sustainability.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 7+ years of professional software development experience, including enterprise-scale systems.
  • Demonstrated experience working in regulated or high-security IT environments.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Oracle Enterprise Database 19c+, Oracle APEX, Oracle WebLogic
  • JavaScript, React 18+, HTML5, AJAX, jQuery, USWDS
  • Python, PHP 8+, Bash
  • Apache HTTP Server, SOA architectures
  • Git, JIRA, Confluence, Visual Studio

Think Tank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Compensation for the successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of factors, including education, relevant work experience, work location, specific job responsibilities, professional certifications, and other job-related criteria.

Think Tank also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; long-term and short-term disability; and a 401(k) plan. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

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