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Senior Software Engineer

Woburn, MA · On-site

$134K - $184K/yr

Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages ... Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard ...

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Lead Software Engineer

Woburn, MA · On-site

$157K - $224K/yr

Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages ... Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard ...

ITW Avery Weigh-Tronix

Embedded Software Engineer

MA

$138K - $182K/yr

... low-level hardware/software integration, and support of microcontroller-based embedded systems ... The engineer will contribute to software architecture, product enhancements, and reliability ...

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Senior Software Engineer

Woburn, MA

$134K - $184K/yr

Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages ... Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard ...

STR

Senior Software Engineer

Woburn, MA · On-site

$134K - $184K/yr

Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages ... Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard ...

STR

Lead Software Engineer

Woburn, MA · On-site

$157K - $224K/yr

Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages ... Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard ...

STR

Lead Software Engineer

Woburn, MA · On-site

$157K - $224K/yr

Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages ... Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard ...

STR

Senior Software Engineer

Woburn, MA

$134K - $184K/yr

Proficient in Python, C, C++, or similar interpreted or low-level programming languages ... Strong working knowledge of software testing, evaluation best practices, and industry-standard ...

Draper

Software Engineering Intern

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

The candidate will work with Draper's Software Engineering Division with the focus on low level software for real-time embedded systems. This is an excellent opportunity for college students who ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for low level 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.

What are Low Level Software Developers?

Low Level Software Developers are programmers who specialize in writing software that interacts closely with computer hardware or system resources. They typically work with languages like C, C++, or Assembly to develop operating systems, device drivers, embedded systems, or performance-critical applications. Their work often requires an in-depth understanding of hardware architecture, memory management, and system processes. Low Level Software Developers play a crucial role in ensuring software runs efficiently and reliably on various devices.

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To thrive as a Low Level Software Developer, you need a solid understanding of computer architecture, proficiency in programming languages like C or C++, and a relevant degree in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with debugging tools, operating systems internals, and version control systems such as Git is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These abilities are vital for efficiently developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting software that interacts closely with hardware and system resources.
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Systems Software Engineer, Platform Architecture

Systems Software Engineer, Platform Architecture

Apple

Cambridge, MA • On-site

$189K - $224K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Apple rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 661 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 30 rated technology retailers

Job description

Imagine what you can do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what we can accomplish together...Do you love crafting elegant solutions to highly complex challenges? Can you intrinsically see the importance in every detail? At Apple, our Platform Architecture group is responsible for connecting our hardware and software into one unified system. Join this team, and you'll collaborate with engineers across Apple to build and deploy forward-looking prototype systems that contribute to the development of our world renowned hardware and software architecture. ..You and your team will confirm that every product we make performs exactly as intended. Together, our work will be the reason millions of customers feel they can trust their devices every single day.
Apple's Platform Architecture group is seeking a systems engineer to build high performance functional models of advanced SoC designs and to help bridge the gap between Software and Hardware, influencing performance improvements, power efficiency, security, and the programming ease of Apple products.
BS degree.Experience in low-level software, operating systems, or compilers.Programming experience (C++/C).
MS or PhD degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.Experience debugging large, complex system software.Scripting skills (Python).Assembly experience.Experience with kernel, driver and firmware development.Experience with modeling and simulation.Knowledge of ARM and/or X86 architecture.

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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