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Senior C++ Software Engineer Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

Senior Software Engineer

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$135K - $178K/yr

Senior Software Engineer This role is part of the Geneva development team focused on building the next generation of SS&C Advent's award winning Geneva portfolio management and accounting platform.

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 ...

C/C++ Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$53.50 - $72.25/hr

Looking for a senior software developer with a financial background to join a new innovative team of C++ programmers. The team is building our derivative application that covers interest rate ...

Sr. Software Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$135K - $178K/yr

Sr. ServiceNow Software Engineer This Sr. ServiceNow Software Engineer will know ServiceNow well enough to confidently develop within the platform in general, in addition to having specific hands-on ...

Senior Software Engineer, Agents

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$135K - $178K/yr

Senior Software Engineer, Agents We're looking for a talented, hungry, and technically excellent ... React, TypeScript, Electron, Swift, Objective-C, C++. LM Studio We aim to build delightful and ...

Senior Software Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$134.90K - $177.80K/yr

Microsoft AI is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Ads SDKs team, which focuses on ... to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python + OR equivalent experience. • Ability to meet ...

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

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior c++ software engineer in New York is $173,065.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $131,300.00 and $200,800.00 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.

Infographic showing various Senior C++ Software Engineer job openings in New York as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 5% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 48% Physical, 15% Hybrid, and 37% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $173,065 per year, or $83.2 per hour.

Senior C++ Engineer Security Edge at Scale

Akamai

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$121.40K - $218.60K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Akamai Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Security Technology Group. You will analyze software running on production networks, enhancing security solutions and collaborating across various teams.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience in C++ and networking. The role offers a competitive salary between $121,400 and $218,600, alongside an exceptional benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr