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SS&C

Senior Software Engineer

Union, NJ

$124.80K - $164.60K/yr

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is ... Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer Locations: Union, NJ - Hybrid About the Role As a Senior Software ...

SS&C Technologies

Senior Software Engineer

Union, NJ · On-site

$124.80K - $164.60K/yr

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is ... Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer Locations: Union, NJ - Hybrid About the Role As a Senior Software ...

SS&C Technologies

Sr. Software Engineer

Newark, NJ · On-site

$127.90K - $168.70K/yr

Senior Software Engineer IVA/Chabot Developer Location: Kansas City MO/ Hybrid Getting to know us ... SS&C / Calastone is the largest global funds network, connecting the world's leading financial ...

SS&C

Senior Software Engineer

Union, NJ · Hybrid

$124.80K - $164.60K/yr

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is ... Senior Software Engineer Locations : San Francisco, CA / Union, NJ / New York, NY (Hybrid) Get To ...

SS&C Technologies Holdings

Senior Software Engineer

Union, NJ · On-site

$124.80K - $164.60K/yr

Sr. Software Engineer As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on ... Why Join SS&C We foster an agile culture where teams are self-managed, empowering individuals to ...

Kasmo Global

Sr. Software Engineer

Old Bridge, NJ · On-site

$126.30K - $166.50K/yr

Position: Sr. Software Engineer Organisation: Synaptics Exp; 8+ years Location: San Diego, CA ... Embedded software, Bluetooth, C, C++, RTOS 8+ years of experience Solid understanding of Bluetooth ...

Exiger

Senior Software Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · Hybrid

$127.90K - $168.60K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Location: Jersey City, NJ Work Environment: Hybrid Role Summary: As a ... C++, C#, Python, ect.) * 4+ Years experience designing, developing and delivering Micro Services ...

Blue Prism Group

Senior Software Engineer

Union, NJ · On-site

$124.80K - $164.60K/yr

Sr. Software Engineer As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on ... Why Join SS&C: We foster an agile culture where teams are self-managed, empowering individuals to ...

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How much do senior c++ software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior c++ software engineer in New Jersey is $160,600.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,800.00 and $186,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior C++ Software Engineer vs Software Developer?

AspectSenior C++ Software EngineerSoftware Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, C++ proficiency, experience in software designBachelor's in Computer Science or related field, programming skills in various languages including C++
Work EnvironmentDevelops high-performance applications, often in systems, gaming, or embedded industriesCreates software solutions across diverse industries, including web, mobile, and enterprise
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, gaming, finance, embedded systemsStartups, tech firms, enterprise software companies

While both roles involve programming and software development, a Senior C++ Software Engineer specializes in high-performance C++ applications and often has more experience in system-level design. A Software Developer may work with multiple languages and broader project scopes. The senior engineer typically focuses on complex, performance-critical projects, whereas developers may handle a wider range of tasks across different technologies.

What are the most commonly searched types of C++ Software Engineer jobs in New Jersey? The most popular types of C++ Software Engineer jobs in New Jersey are:
Infographic showing various Senior C++ Software Engineer job openings in New Jersey as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 5% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 21% Physical, 24% Hybrid, and 55% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $160,600 per year, or $77.2 per hour.

C++ Linux Engineer at Philadelphia, PA

BI-Commercial

Berkeley Heights, NJ • On-site

Contractor

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Role: Senior C/C++ Linux Engineer
Location: Philadelphia, PA,19102
 
Complete Description:
seeking a highly skilled Senior C/C++ Linux Engineer to support a mission-critical modernization initiative for a client in Philadelphia, PA. This role involves upgrading legacy Linux-based desktop applications by migrating them from outdated GUI frameworks (Motif/X11) to modern solutions like Wayland and GTK/Qt.
Real-Time & GUI Systems.

Key Responsibilities
•    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (required)
•    10+ years of hands-on experience in C/C++ development on Linux systems
•    Expertise in event-driven programming and development of Linux desktop applications
•    Experience modernizing GUI applications from Motif/X11 to GTK, Qt, or Wayland
•    Proficiency in Bash scripting and build systems like Make, CMake, and Meson
•    Familiarity with Wayland protocols and compositor-client architecture
•    Experience with Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines (Bitbucket, GitLab, etc.)
•    Strong understanding of Linux system internals, IPC, and GUI performance tuning
•    Exposure to low-level graphics APIs such as OpenGL or Vulkan (preferred)
•    Ability to develop custom Wayland protocols and implement IPC optimizations via shared memory (preferred)
•    Excellent documentation and communication skills