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Remote Software Engineers Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Software Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$110 - $125K/hr

The engineers who build it are central to that ambition. This is a role for someone who wants to ... Remote-first environment, with co-working access for locals in BOS, NYC, & DEN * Competitive salary ...

Software Engineer - Research

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$110K - $177K/yr

... system engineers; AI models, measurement and optimization, including primary responsibility for ... For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based ...

Android Embedded Software Engineer

Burlington, MA · On-site +1

$143K - $188K/yr

This position can be based in Burlington, Ma or remote. Qualifications Qualifications: - Minimum, Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering - At least 4 years of direct ...

Linux Embedded Software Engineer

Burlington, MA · On-site +1

$143K - $188K/yr

This position can be based in Burlington, Ma or remote. Qualifications Qualifications: - Minimum, Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering - At least 4 years of direct ...

Linux Embedded Software Engineer

Burlington, MA · On-site +1

$143K - $188K/yr

This position can be based in Burlington, Ma or remote. Qualifications Qualifications: - Minimum, Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering - At least 4 years of direct ...

Android Embedded Software Engineer

Burlington, MA · On-site +1

$143K - $188K/yr

This position can be based in Burlington, Ma or remote. Qualifications Qualifications: - Minimum, Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering - At least 4 years of direct ...

Senior Software Engineer (Remote)

Boston, MA · Remote

$125K - $165K/yr

... Software engineering @ Architect.io We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our ... engineers at Architect are in a unique position to be both impactful developers and critical ...

Principal Software Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$193K - $318K/yr

Engineer and optimize software-defined networking solutions, including the integration of Open ... For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based ...

Software Engineer II

Boston, MA · Remote

$115K - $130K/yr

Our fully remote team of engineers, data specialists, and former educators build products that ... The Software Engineer 2 will report to the Senior Software Engineering Manager. What You'll Do:

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How much do remote software engineers jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote software engineers in Boston, MA is $160,270.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $130,400.00 and $187,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Software Engineers vs Remote Web Developers?

AspectRemote Software EngineersRemote Web Developers
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field, coding skills, sometimes certificationsBachelor's in CS, web development certifications (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Work EnvironmentCollaborate on software projects, coding, testing, debuggingDesign and develop websites, front-end and back-end tasks
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, software firmsDigital agencies, e-commerce, tech companies
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Remote Software Engineers focus on developing comprehensive software solutions, often working on backend, frontend, or full-stack projects. Remote Web Developers specialize in creating and maintaining websites and web applications. While both roles require coding skills and often similar credentials, their work environments and project types differ. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Software Engineers jobs in Boston, MA?

The most popular types of Software Engineers jobs in Boston, MA are:

What cities near Boston, MA are hiring for Remote Software Engineers jobs?

Cities near Boston, MA with the most Remote Software Engineers job openings:

Infographic showing various Remote Software Engineers job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $160,270 per year, or $77.1 per hour.

Principal Software Engineer

State Street Global Advisors

Burlington, MA • On-site, Remote

$178K - $230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Principal Software Engineer (State Street Bank and Trust Company; Burlington, MA): Will contribute to the enhancement and maintenance of one or more software modules or components as a senior member of an Agile Scrum team. Will also provide engineering troubleshooting assistance to IT customer support teams and other development teams within Charles River. Specific duties include: Architect, design, develop, test, debug, and implement software programs, applications and projects using Java, C#, React, and other related software engineering languages; Design and model Relational databases and develop efficient and performant database SQLs; Design Services/APIs which are independent and easily upgradeable adhering to cloud native development principles; Lead cross functional initiatives by collaborating with teams, product owners and other engineers to drive to common solutions. Mentor junior staff; Provide informed guidance and direction in code reviews; write unit and automation tests to ensure a high-quality end product; Actively participate in the agile software development process by adhering to the CRD Scrum methodology, including attending all daily standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives; Assume Scrum master responsibilities when required; Provide thought leadership in the design of product architecture within the team's scope of responsibility; work under minimal supervision to build out the next generation of our software test automation infrastructure as part of our Quality Assurance Infrastructure team to test, and debug medium to large software enhancements and solutions within Charles River's business and technical problem domains; responsible for designing, developing, delivering and supporting the software infrastructure that enables automated product validation to Charles River's customer and to the rest of the development community at Charles River Development; assist in driving mature test automation capabilities, such as BDD/ATDD capabilities that allow teams to shift testing and test automation as far left as possible; improve the Testing/automation architecture by continuously reducing the testing cycle time enabling the CI\CD models by working closely with various teams; assist in improving development test methodologies, and contribute to related test methodology frameworks; conduct manual tests to ensure a high-quality end product; contribute to written design and API documentation, and participate in customer testing process; and Directly manage team members as needed. Hybrid-remote telecommuting permitted pursuant to Company policy.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree, or its equivalent, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field; plus 10 years of experience in professional software engineering.

Total required experience above must include the following (can be gained concurrently): 8 years of experience working with Core and Enterprise Java technologies with hands on abilities in designing and writing Java code using complex data structures, multi-threading, efficient memory management and highly performant algorithms; 10 years of experience developing extensible software modules using object oriented development and SOLID principles; 5 years of experience developing solutions in highly transactional environments involving database concurrency; 2 years of technical leadership experience in guiding, coaching and mentoring team members; 5 years of experience with various automation tools; and 2 years of experience in Micro services, Web services testing using SOAP and REST based service & XML, JSON.

Must also have the following: strong programming skills to be able to develop automation infrastructure effectively; experience with PowerShell and batch scripts; experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and GIT and other relevant tools; demonstrated experience using SQL and SQL server; demonstrated experience with JavaScript; demonstrated ability to work on medium to large sized projects with moderate supervision; demonstrated solid written and verbal communication skills; proven ability with object-oriented programming, data structures, compiler or interpreter technologies, embedded systems, operating systems, relational databases (RDBMS), scripting and new/advanced programming languages; demonstrated ability to work well with peers in a collaborative team environment; demonstrated ability working with an Agile development methodology; experience with multi-threaded programming with JAVA; and experience in cloud application projects such as Azure. (Unless otherwise indicated, State Street is seeking the stated ability in the skills listed above with no specific number of years or amount of experience required. All experience can be gained concurrently.)

To apply to this position, you must click the "Apply" button on this page and complete the online application. An EOE.

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Salary Range:

$178,131 - $230,000 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street's comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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