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LayerZero Power Systems Inc

Senior Software Engineer

Aurora, OH

$114K - $151K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our customer base is comprised of companies in the transaction processing, financial, computer ... A Senior Software Engineer takes ownership of the full software life cycle from concept capture ...

LayerZero Power Systems, LLC.

Senior Software Engineer

Aurora, OH · On-site

$114K - $151K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Senior Software Engineer About us: LayerZero Power Systems, Inc. is a leader in power management ... Our customer base is comprised of companies in the transaction processing, financial, computer ...

LayerZero Power Systems Inc

Senior Software Engineer

Aurora, OH · On-site

$114K - $151K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our customer base is comprised of companies in the transaction processing, financial, computer ... A Senior Software Engineer takes ownership of the full software life cycle from concept capture ...

LayerZero Power Systems Inc

Senior Software Engineer

Aurora, OH · On-site

$114K - $151K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Our customer base is comprised of companies in the transaction processing, financial, computer ... A Senior Software Engineer takes ownership of the full software life cycle from concept capture ...

Modern Technology Solutions

$133K - $183K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Senior DevSecOps Engineer to thrive in Agile DevOps environments ... Bachelor Degree in a computer engineering or computer science field Clearance Requirements: Active ...

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.

$133K - $183K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Senior DevSecOps Engineer to thrive in Agile DevOps environments ... Bachelor Degree in a computer engineering or computer science field Clearance Requirements: Active ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior computer engineer in Ohio is $120,317.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,300.00 and $136,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior computer engineer?

Senior Computer Engineers are experienced professionals who design, develop, and maintain computer hardware and software systems. They often lead engineering teams, oversee complex projects, and ensure that systems meet organizational requirements for performance and security. Their work may include developing new technologies, optimizing existing systems, and mentoring junior engineers. Senior Computer Engineers typically have several years of experience and a strong background in computer science or engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior computer engineer?

To thrive as a Senior Computer Engineer, you need advanced knowledge of computer architecture, hardware and software integration, and a relevant degree in computer engineering or a related field. Familiarity with design tools like CAD software, programming languages (such as C/C++ or Python), and industry certifications (like Cisco or CompTIA) is highly beneficial. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing projects and mentoring junior engineers. These competencies ensure the successful development, troubleshooting, and optimization of complex computing systems, driving innovation and efficiency in technology solutions.

What are some typical challenges faced by senior computer engineers when leading project teams?

Senior Computer Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing technical leadership with hands-on development work, managing cross-functional team communication, and ensuring that projects stay on schedule. They are responsible for translating high-level requirements into actionable tasks while mentoring junior engineers and resolving technical roadblocks. Effective time management and strong collaboration skills are key, as they frequently coordinate between engineering, product management, and other stakeholders to deliver complex systems on time.

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Infographic showing various Senior Computer Engineer job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 76% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,317 per year, or $57.8 per hour.

Sr. Principal Cyber Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Cincinnati, OH

$142K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 364 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

90th of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Come join NorthropGrumman-Xetron, part of the MissionSystems sector, where we develop new capabilities for our military and intelligence customers around the globe. At Xetron we design systems that only science fiction writers could imagine, because they're that cool!

Xetron is an operating unit of the NorthropGrumman Corporation, located in Cincinnati, Ohio where employees have the chance to know everyone on site while working on cuttingedge technologies and highimpact products. You'll tackle the next generation of challenging problems, share expertise, and learn from worldclass teammates. Remember when you were excited about the challenge of the problem, the importance of the solution, and the fun you had with your team?You'll experience that at Xetron! See why we receive comments on our YouTube Videos like "This company is insanely advanced" and "Wow. This is mind blowing."

We are seeking cleared mid-level Software Engineers who are selfmotivated and energetic, with a background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical disciplines.

Responsibilities:

This position involves developing solutions to national security threats with products that may involve kernel development, reverse engineering, or vulnerability research of network and communication systems. The position requires solid software development skills, including familiarity with scripting languages. Knowledge of computer networking, modern software development environments, embedded programming, and software configuration management tools is a plus.

Essential Functions:

  • Kernel Mode (Windows, Linux) programming (C/C++, Assembly)
  • Reverse Engineering (x86, x64, MIPS, PPC, or ARM)
  • Vulnerability Analysis
  • Communications Engineer:
    • Network Programming (C/C++)
    • Network protocols TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, SSL, etc...
  • Infrastructure Engineer

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Cyber Software Engineer Level:

  • B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field and 8 years of programming experience; or M.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field and 6 years of programming experience or Ph.D and 4 years of relevant work experience.
  • US Citizenship is required
  • Active Top Secret clearance is required
  • Demonstrated software programming experience in C/C++
  • Experience with SDLC (software development life cycle)
  • Experience in software development to include any of the following: kernel mode, embedded, command and control, network applications
  • Development of lower-level networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP
  • Understanding of return-oriented programming (ROP) concepts and execution
  • Experience with debugging or system analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, IDAPro, OllyDebug, WinDBG, JTAG debuggers)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active SCI security clearance
  • Experience as Technical Lead leading teams of 2-8 engineers
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • Experience developing software for multiple operating system environments
  • Experience with vulnerability research on one or more operating systems (Android, IOS, Windows, Linux, etc.).
  • Familiarity with Assembly Languages (e.g., x86, x64, MIPS, PPC, or ARM)
  • Understanding of secure / insecure programming concepts (format string vulnerabilities, heap overflows, etc.)
  • Experience with emulation (Renode, QEMU, etc.)
  • Experience with reverse engineering compiled binaries using industry-standard tools such as Ghidra or IDA Pro.
  • OS Internals experience
  • Experience with virtual machine technology
  • Ability to develop and implement shell code.
  • Familiarity with modern source control platforms (e.g., Git, GitHub, GitLab) and CI/CD workflows using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and GitLab CI.
  • Experience with the Agile methodology

This position offers the option of a 9/80 work schedule. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,200.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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