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Software Engineer Two Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA (NOW HIRING)

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site +1

$226K - $227K/yr

Software Engineer II Location: 50 West San Fernando Street, Suite 1800, San Jose, CA 95113 *Telecommuting permitted: work may be performed within normal commuting distance from The Trade Desk, Inc ...

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$226K - $227K/yr

Software Engineer II Location: 50 West San Fernando Street, Suite 1800, San Jose, CA 95113 *Telecommuting permitted: work may be performed within normal commuting distance from The Trade Desk, Inc ...

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$114K - $156K/yr

We are seeking a highly motivated and versatile Software Engineer II to join our core engineering team. You will be instrumental in building and scaling our platform, working across the entire ...

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$114K - $156K/yr

We are seeking a highly motivated and versatile Software Engineer II to join our core engineering team. You will be instrumental in building and scaling our platform, working across the entire ...

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA

$114K - $156K/yr

... Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of two years prior relevant experience. * Experience with C++, C, or other object-oriented language. * Experience with hardware-software integration ...

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$114K - $156K/yr

... Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of two years prior relevant experience. * Experience with C++, C or other object-oriented language. * Experience with hardware-software integration ...

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$101K - $188K/yr

About the Role Cadence Design Systems is looking for a highly motivated Software Engineer II to join the Innovus R&D team. Innovus is Cadence's flagship digital implementation platform, enabling ...

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$101K - $188K/yr

... software engineering principles The annual salary range for California is $101,500 to $188,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales ...

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$226K - $227K/yr

Software Engineer II Location: 50 West San Fernando Street, Suite 1800, San Jose, CA 95113 *Telecommuting permitted: work may be performed within normal commuting distance from The Trade Desk, Inc ...

Role Overview We're hiring a Software Engineer II to help build and scale the core platform behind AiPrise's compliance orchestration and AI agent systems. This is a build it, ship it, own it role.

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$150K - $185K/yr

Role Overview We're hiring a Software Engineer II to help build and scale the core platform behind AiPrise's compliance orchestration and AI agent systems. This is a build it, ship it, own it role.

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$101K - $188K/yr

Cadence is seeking a self-motivated, hardworking, and creative software engineers to help design and develop some of the most complex Multi-Physics System Analysis software in the electronics world.

Software Engineer II (Onsite)

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$114K - $156K/yr

As part of the Software Engineering Directorate's Effectors Center team, you will be an integral part of helping Raytheon further our vision to be the global leader in core and next-generation weapon ...

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Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$101K - $188K/yr

Cadence is seeking a self-motivated, hardworking, and creative software engineers to help design and develop some of the most complex Multi-Physics System Analysis software in the electronics world.

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other STEM related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. * Experience with software development in C ...

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How much do software engineer two jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for software engineer two in Santa Cruz, CA is $170,340.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $138,600.00 and $199,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Engineer Two vs Software Engineer Three?

AspectSoftware Engineer TwoSoftware Engineer Three
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; 2+ years experienceBachelor's degree; 3+ years experience; often some certifications
Work EnvironmentCollaborative team projects, coding, debuggingSimilar environment, more complex projects, mentorship roles
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech companies, startups, software firmsSame as Software Engineer Two, often a step above in responsibility
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing mid-level software engineering rolesLooking for progression or differentiation in software engineering levels

The main difference between Software Engineer Two and Software Engineer Three lies in experience and responsibility. Software Engineer Three typically has more years of experience, handles more complex tasks, and may mentor junior staff. Both roles are common in tech industries, with Software Engineer Three representing a higher level of expertise and responsibility.

What cities near Santa Cruz, CA are hiring for Software Engineer Two jobs?

Cities near Santa Cruz, CA with the most Software Engineer Two job openings:

Software Engineer II

San Jose, CA โ€ข On-site, Remote

The Trade Desk
Software Developmentย โ€ขย 1 - 5K employees

$226K - $227K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Software Engineer II

Location: 50 West San Fernando Street, Suite 1800, San Jose, CA 95113

*Telecommuting permitted: work may be performed within normal commuting distance from The Trade Desk, Inc. office in San Jose, CA.

Job Duties: Design system architectures and application components for internal web applications and services, including front-end and backend structures, API contracts, and database models; ensure designs align with scalability, security, and compliance requirements. Implement and maintain internal web applications and services using languages such as C#, TypeScript, and React, and frameworks such as .NET; develop REST/GraphQL APIs, database schemas (SQL), and service integrations following secure coding and data governance practices. Build and operate CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes for microservices and web applications, and monitor releases and resolve deployment issues. Develop and maintain automated tests, including unit, integration, and end-to-end test suites, ensure test coverage and reliability through continuous integration and participate in code reviews to uphold quality standards. Analyze operational and product data (e.g., usage, performance, error metrics) to assess the effectiveness of process improvements and automation initiatives, use insights to validate outcomes and inform future engineering priorities, and communicate findings to stakeholders. Collaborate directly with product and business stakeholders to gather requirements, translate ambiguous needs into technical designs, and deliver incremental, production-ready features. Own the full lifecycle of features and small projects, including design, implementation, documentation, rollout, monitoring, and iterative improvement based on user feedback. Build AI-assisted tools and automation in Python that use Large Language Models and Retrieval Augemented Generation to streamline routine tasks, improve employee productivity, and enhance internal tooling.

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Salary: $226,138 - $227,000 /year

Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science or related field and four (4) years of experience in the job offered or related role OR Master's degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science or related field and two (2) years of experience in the job offered or related role. Must have two (2) years of coding experience in modern languages. Must have two (2) years of experience with full-stack software engineering. Must have two (2) years of technical communication experience, including writing design documents and system documentation, providing feedback to other engineers' documents and code, and giving project updates to stakeholders or project leaders. Must have one (1) year of experience with: an object oriented programming language; writing Transact-SQL; and software development lifecycle, including version control, code review, and deployment. Must have experience with: Boomi; and coding in Python.

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