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Senior C++ Software Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Panic Button is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong ... Mastery of C/C++, with excellent multi-threaded programming techniques Bonus * Experience with ...

Senior Engineer (BMC, BSP, Linux, C)

Austin, TX · On-site

$119.50K - $157.50K/yr

Design - Software Engineering SAP Short Name: SLE-ENG-DSE Job Level: Level 09 IC/MGR: Individual ... Indirect Summary The Senior Lead Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software across ...

Senior Software Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$175K - $225K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Modern Intelligence is building the foundational AI for defense. Over the ... Experience with a compiled programming language - preferably either C, C++, or Rust Nice to Have

Sr. Software Engineer

Plano, TX · Hybrid

$117.70K - $155.20K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Do you enjoy developing new products and services? Join us! Our Software ... Expert proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python. * Comprehensive knowledge ...

Senior Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$117K - $154.20K/yr

We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer with deep experience and expertise in designing and ... to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience. Other Requirements

Senior Software Engineer

Spring, TX · On-site

$130.70K - $205.20K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Description - Fusion/ODF is a Windows-based low-level device platform ... Programming Language/s Certification (C, C++, or similar) Knowledge & Skills * C++17 and above

Senior Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$117K - $154.20K/yr

We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer with deep experience and expertise in designing and ... to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience. Other Requirements

Senior Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$117K - $154.20K/yr

We are hiring a Senior Software Engineer with deep experience and expertise in designing and ... to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience. Other Requirements

Software Engineer (Senior

Houston, TX · On-site

$116.90K - $154.20K/yr

... C++ and Python on Linux. • Promote software engineering best practices, including test-driven development, up-front design, code reviews, and unit testing. • Conduct peer reviews, oversee merge ...

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Posting/External Job Title Software Engineer (Senior-Level) Location Houston, TX 77058 US (Primary ... Develop robust, well-architected, and reliable software, typically using C/C++ and Python on Linux.

Own the software architecture for Command & Data Handling (C&DH) systems and mission-critical ... Hire, mentor, and develop engineering managers and senior/staff engineers into future technical ...

Head of Software Engineering

Arlington, TX · On-site

$227.70K/yr

Own the software architecture for Command & Data Handling (C&DH) systems and mission-critical ... Hire, mentor, and develop engineering managers and senior/staff engineers into future technical ...

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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 Texas is $147,378.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,800.00 and $171,000.00 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 cities in Texas are hiring for Senior C++ Software Engineer jobs? Cities in Texas with the most Senior C++ Software Engineer job openings:
Infographic showing various Senior C++ Software Engineer job openings in Texas as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 6% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 21% Physical, 24% Hybrid, and 55% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,378 per year, or $70.9 per hour.
Senior Software Engineer, Console

Senior Software Engineer, Console

Panic Button

Austin, TX • On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Panic Button is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong focus on game porting to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working in software engineering teams in the video game industry, with recent and extensive experience in cross-platform console development.
Requirements
  • 3 years of game console (Xbox, Switch, PlayStation) experience
  • Deep understanding of low-level console-specific (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo) optimizations and core subsystems, memory management, cross-platform development
  • Mastery of C/C++, with excellent multi-threaded programming techniques

Bonus
  • Experience with console network development
  • Team lead experience
  • Unreal Engine 4 or 5 experience

Salary Range
  • $100,000 - $200,000