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Husch Blackwell Llp

Senior Software Engineer

Providence, RI · On-site +1

$123K - $162K/yr

The Senior Software Engineer designs, builds, and maintains the technical systems and application ... Research and evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and architectural approaches to advance the ...

Husch Blackwell LLP

Senior Software Engineer

Providence, RI · On-site +1

$123K - $162K/yr

The Senior Software Engineer designs, builds, and maintains the technical systems and application ... Research and evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and architectural approaches to advance the ...

Veranex

Senior Software Engineer

Providence, RI · On-site

$113K - $162K/yr

... research, regulatory affairs, and market access and reimbursement consulting. About This Role: As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering software for innovative ...

Serco USA

Software Engineer- Newport, RI

Newport, RI · On-site

This role supports both internal R&D efforts and external stakeholders, with a focus on software sustainment, system integration, and DevOps pipeline management. This position requires the ability to ...

HavocAI

Embedded Software Engineer

North Kingstown, RI · On-site

$120K - $180K/yr

About the Role: HavocAI is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to lead hardware/software ... marine research, and environmental monitoring. In this role, you will collaborate on projects ...

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How much do research software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for research software engineer in Rhode Island is $196,362.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $200,800.00 and $200,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a research software engineer?

To thrive as a Research Software Engineer, you need strong programming skills (often in Python, C++, or Java), a solid understanding of algorithms, and an academic or industry background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, cloud platforms, and experience using scientific computing libraries and frameworks are valuable, while a master's or Ph.D. can be advantageous for specialized roles. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills help in working closely with researchers and multidisciplinary teams. These capabilities are crucial for successfully translating complex research problems into robust, reproducible software solutions that advance scientific inquiry.

What does a research software engineer do?

As a Research Software Engineer, your daily work often involves designing and implementing software to support cutting-edge research projects, collaborating with scientists to understand their computational needs, and ensuring code reliability and reproducibility. You may spend time optimizing algorithms, writing unit tests, documenting software, and participating in code reviews within a collaborative team environment. Additionally, you might help deploy research applications on high-performance or cloud computing platforms and contribute to research publications. Balancing independent programming tasks with ongoing communication is key to making meaningful contributions to both the research and software development processes.

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Infographic showing various Research Software Engineer job openings in Rhode Island as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $196,362 per year, or $94.4 per hour.

Software Engineer

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Middletown, RI • On-site

$90K - $99K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago

General Dynamics Mission Systems rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

128th of 242 rated software companies

Job description

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, or Engineering, Science, or Math, plus 1 year of relevant experience; or Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.


ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

We are hiring a Software Engineer.  Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That’s the opportunity that’s waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation’s heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It’s an amazing challenge. And it’s waiting for you now.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain software for Payload Control System
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and integrate software solutions
  • Troubleshoot and resolve software issues to ensure optimal system performance
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of software development practices

Must Have Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in C++ programming. Specifically the standard template library (STL), smart pointers, and inheritance
  • Experience with networking protocols, AMQP, and socket programming such as TCP and UDP
  • Experience with software development and source control best practices (Git)

Nice to Have Qualifications:

  • Experience with Agile development methodologies
  • Software development experience in a Linux environment
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes and Docker
  • Experience with the QT Framework
  • Understanding of BYG-1 and knowledge of submarine systems and operations
  • Experience with Jira and Confluence

Our Commitment to You:

  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is fully onsite in Middletown, RI.

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This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
USD $90,098.00 - USD $99,952.00 /Yr.

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!


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