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Senior R&D Software Developer Jobs in Appleton, WI

One Tech Engineering

Senior Software Developer

Appleton, WI

$53.25 - $70.25/hr

The Senior Software Developer will manage software programs and applications from start to finish, while analyzing software errors and reviewing status reports. The candidate must be a US Citizen or ...

One Tech

Senior Software Developer

Appleton, WI

$53.25 - $70.25/hr

The Senior Software Developer will manage software programs and applications from start to finish, while analyzing software errors and reviewing status reports. The candidate must be a US Citizen or ...

PDS Tech Commercial

Senior Software Developer

Appleton, WI

$55 - $65/hr

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  • PTO

Senior Software Developer Location: Appleton, WI (Onsite) Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Contract) Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pay Rate: $55.00 - $65.00 per ...

pds

Senior Software Developer

Appleton, WI · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

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  • PTO

Senior Software Developer Location: Appleton, WI (Onsite) Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Contract) Schedule: Monday-Friday | First Shift | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pay Rate: $55.00 - $65.00 per ...

Schneider

Senior Software Engineer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$119K - $157K/yr

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Senior Software Engineer Work model:On-Site Location:Green Bay, WI, USA Shift:First shift Job level:Individual Contributor Schedule:Full time; Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Apply now Get job alerts ...

Koch Industries

Senior Software Engineer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$119K - $157K/yr

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As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design and deliver scalable software solutions that support ... Experience with cloud-native development, containerization, and DevOps practices. * Experience with ...

Jewelers Mutual Insurance Company

Sr Software Engineer

Neenah, WI · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Summary Jewelers Mutual is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to lead the technical evolution of our agent-facing web applications. As the technical lead for the Partners squad, you ...

Brunswick Corporation

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Oshkosh, WI · On-site

$84K - $136K/yr

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As a Senior Embedded Connectivity and Coms Software Engineer, you will be part of a growing team that writes applications using C/C++ and Python code that executes in electronic systems on boats for ...

Lund Boats

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Oshkosh, WI · On-site

$84K - $136K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Senior Embedded Connectivity and Coms Software Engineer, you will be part of a growing team that writes applications using C/C++ and Python code that executes in electronic systems on boats for ...

Brunswick Corporation

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Oshkosh, WI · On-site

$84K - $136K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Senior Embedded Connectivity and Coms Software Engineer, you will be part of a growing team that writes applications using C/C++ and Python code that executes in electronic systems on boats for ...

Brunswick

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Oshkosh, WI

$84K - $136K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Senior Embedded Connectivity and Coms Software Engineer, you will be part of a growing team that writes applications using C/C++ and Python code that executes in electronic systems on boats for ...

EMT International

Controls Programming Engineer

Oneida, WI · On-site

$44 - $56.25/hr

Software debugging and testing * Source control and software development best practices * B&R ... we'd love to hear from you. Whether you're an experienced engineer or a student looking to launch ...

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How much do senior r&d software developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior r&d software developer in Appleton, WI is $60.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.15 and $67.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior R&D Software Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior R&D Software DeveloperSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field; experience in R&DBachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, innovation teamsDevelopment teams, product-focused environments
Industry UsageTech, manufacturing, research institutionsTech companies, startups, software firms
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for R&D roles and advanced developmentMore general software development roles

The main difference is that a Senior R&D Software Developer focuses on innovative research, prototyping, and developing new technologies within R&D environments, often requiring specialized knowledge and experience. In contrast, a Software Engineer typically works on building, testing, and maintaining software products in production environments. Both roles require strong programming skills, but the Senior R&D role emphasizes research and experimentation.

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Senior Software Developer

One Tech Engineering

Appleton, WI

$53.25 - $70.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Senior Software Developer for a position located in Appleton, Wisconsin. The Senior Software Developer will manage software programs and applications from start to finish, while analyzing software errors and reviewing status reports.

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or related field and 8 years of relevant experience.

Local candidates preferred or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

Senior Software Developer Responsibilities:

  • Review and apply industry best practices and techniques to design, develop, test, deploy, support, and maintain complex applications based on business requirements.
  • Manage new software programs by using approved technologies and coding standards.
  • Manage user needs to recommend and implement software improvements and testing.
  • Review programming scripts to enhance functionality of software development life cycle for assigned projects.
  • Lead research on emerging application development software projects in support of procurement and development efforts.
  • Partner with development team to ensure consistency and completion of deliverables among team members.
  • Lead problem solving and apply processes to software solutions.
  • Lead the design and customization of software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency.
  • Ensure all software process documentation and validation testing are completed to minimize error.
  • Exhibit leadership in cross functional development practices and application ownership.
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff.
  • Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
  • Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements of the Senior Software Developer:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or related field and 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Or an Associate’s Degree in in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Information Technology, or related field and 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Or a High School degree and 12 years of relevant experience.
  • Expert knowledge of full cycle developer methodologies.
  • Expert knowledge of relational or NoSQL databases (SQL Server is highly preferred) and creating SQL statements.
  • Expert proficiency with HTML, CSS, and web fonts.
  • Expert technical expertise in computer equipment, storage, back-ups, operating systems and tools used in an operating environment required.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
  • Excellent critical thinking skills.
  • Expert in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PPT).
  • Ability to obtain applicable certifications.