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Wieland Group

Software Systems Engineer

East Longmeadow, MA · On-site

$172K - $204K/yr

They are seeking a Software Systems Engineer to provide local IT leadership in a defense-facing ... secure configuration practices. • Serve as the senior local technical escalation point for ...

Evolent

Lead Software Engineer

Hartford, CT

$135K - $155K/yr

... developer portals using Backstage and participating in healthcare compliance workflows including ... EOE #LI-DNI #GIDNI To ensure a secure hiring process we have implemented several identity ...

Confluent

Senior Software Engineer II

Hartford, CT · On-site +1

$197K - $232K/yr

About the Role: Senior Software Engineers II at Confluent take ownership of critical backend ... You'll lead the design and delivery of large-scale, distributed services that must be secure ...

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As of Jun 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for secure software developer in Springfield, MA is $111,454.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,700.00 and $129,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Secure Software Developer, you need strong programming abilities, a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, and experience with secure coding practices, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like static code analyzers, vulnerability scanners, and security frameworks, as well as certifications such as CSSLP or CEH, are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial to building resilient software and protecting organizations from evolving security threats.

What is a Secure Software Developer?

A Secure Software Developer is a professional who designs, develops, and maintains software with a focus on security. Their role involves implementing best practices and security protocols to protect applications from vulnerabilities and cyber threats. They collaborate with other developers, security experts, and stakeholders to ensure that security is integrated throughout the software development lifecycle. Secure Software Developers also perform code reviews, threat modeling, and stay updated on emerging security risks to create robust and safe applications.

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Secure Software Developers often encounter challenges such as balancing application performance with security controls, keeping up with constantly evolving threats, and ensuring secure coding practices are consistently followed across development teams. They must also work closely with other developers, QA testers, and DevOps professionals to implement security requirements without slowing down project timelines. Regular code reviews, automated security testing, and ongoing collaboration with stakeholders are essential to overcoming these challenges and delivering robust, secure software.
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Senior Software Engineer - Tewksbury/Woburn

Senior Software Engineer - Tewksbury/Woburn

Raytheon Technologies

Spencer, MA • On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-05-20
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB2 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ SUDBURY BLDG, Tewksbury Tb2 200 Sudbury
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1
At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.
The mission of the software teams in Woburn, MA and Tewksbury, MA is to provide world-class software for our customers. We are looking to add software engineers to our development teams for a wide array of products including Battle Management, Command & Control, Communications, Effectors, and Surveillance and Warning systems.
We value your diverse skills and experience, so don't hold back. Your qualifications add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish here, we'd love to hear from you.
What You Will Do:
  • Participate in collaborative, cross-discipline integrated product teams, employ agile software development techniques and resources to develop, test, and integrate complex software and systems solutions for aerospace and defense applications
  • Assist and participate in the requirements, design, development and testing of real-time embedded software, application software, and tools, to include development of new work products or enhancement of existing applications and systems
  • Work collaboratively with Systems and Integration Test Engineers to analyze, implement and test system

Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics or a related (STEM) discipline
  • Minimum of five (5) or more years of relevant experience in software development, integration, and/or test using C++, Java, C# or similar object-oriented software language
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance required, note only U.S. Citizen can obtain security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Highly desired experience leading teams
  • Experience contributing to a team environment for the purpose of developing creative solutions to difficult technical problems
  • Experience working in Agile environment such as Scrum, Scrum @ Scale, SAFe, Test-Driven Development, DevSecOps
  • Strong problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills
  • Desire and ability to learn new technologies and tools
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with time-critical requirements
  • Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins), configuration management tools (e.g., Azure, Jira, Git, Bitbucket, Artifactory), and data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
  • Knowledge of data structures, algorithms, memory management, and multithreaded applications.
  • Knowledge of Red Hat and/or Linux Operating Systems
  • Knowledge of Windows development
  • Exposure to Open Systems Architectures and modular design principles

What We Offer:
  • Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX, we value Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration and Innovation
  • Relocation eligible

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
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