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HPR

Senior Software Engineer

Needham, MA · Hybrid

$125K - $205K/yr

As a Senior Software Engineer you will: * Utilize your expertise in low-level programming as we advance the state of the art in high performance computing and electronic trading * Provide the ...

Xometry

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA · Hybrid

$132K - $174K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Xometry is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our software engineering organization. In this role, you'll work as part of a skilled, collaborative team to build and maintain solutions for the ...

HPR

Senior Software Engineer

Needham, MA · On-site

$125K - $205K/yr

As a Senior Software Engineer you will: * Utilize your expertise in low-level programming as we advance the state of the art in high performance computing and electronic trading * Provide the ...

Markforged

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA · On-site

$146K - $198K/yr

As a Senior Software Engineer focusing on Full-stack Node.js Web development, you will be building out Markforged's 3D printer/content management system and web-based slicer (Eiger). This is a true ...

Adcole

Senior Software Engineer

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

  • Dental

  • Vision

THE ROLEWe are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our software engineering team and take a leading role in developing the software that drives our measurement systems. You will report to ...

HPR

Senior Software Engineer

Needham, MA · On-site

$133K - $175K/yr

They are seeking a forward-thinking Senior Software Engineer to help build the future of capital markets infrastructure by utilizing expertise in low-level programming and advancing high performance ...

HPR

Senior Software Engineer

Needham, MA · On-site

$133K - $175K/yr

They are searching for a forward-thinking Senior Software Engineer to help build the future of capital markets infrastructure by utilizing expertise in low-level programming and collaborating with ...

HPR

Senior Software Engineer

Needham, MA · On-site

$133K - $175K/yr

They are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to advance high performance computing and electronic trading technologies, guiding design, development, and debugging of applications while mentoring other ...

Xometry

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA · Hybrid

$132K - $174K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Xometry is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our software engineering organization. In this role, you'll work as part of a skilled, collaborative team to build and maintain solutions for the ...

Markforged

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA · On-site

$146K - $198K/yr

As a Senior Software Engineer focusing on Full-stack Node.js Web development, you will be building out Markforged's 3D printer/content management system and web-based slicer (Eiger). This is a true ...

Xometry

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA · On-site

$132K - $174K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Xometry is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our software engineering organization. In this role, you'll work as part of a skilled, collaborative team to build and maintain solutions for the ...

ICONSTAFF

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA

$200K - $500K/yr

ROLE OVERVIEW We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help design, build, and scale high-performance software that powers mission-critical enterprise data workflows. In this role, you'll work ...

Xometry

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA · Hybrid

$132K - $174K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Xometry is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Xometry buyer experience organization. You will be responsible for leading initiatives to build new features and maintain existing systems ...

Medtronic

Sr. Software Engineer

Newton, MA · On-site

$124K - $187K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 13 Aug 2026 Position Description: Sr. Software Developer for Medtronic, Inc. in Newton, MA. Responsible for the development and ...

Medtronic

Sr. Software Engineer

Newton, MA · On-site

$124K - $187K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 13 Aug 2026 Position Description: Sr. Software Developer for Medtronic, Inc. in Newton, MA. Responsible for the development and ...

SS&C Technologies

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA · On-site

$132K - $174K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer Locations: Waltham, MA - Hybrid About the Role We are seeking a skilled Sr. Software Engineer to design, build, and enhance tools and applications that power SS&C ...

Recruitment.ai

Senior Software Engineer

Maynard, MA · On-site

$129K - $171K/yr

Senior Software Engineer Location: Maynard MA Duration: Long Term This role will also involve customer interface for technical discussions related to Acacia SW architecture and design with our ...

SS&C

Senior Software Engineer

Waltham, MA

$132K - $174K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Title: Sr. Software Engineer Locations: Waltham, MA - Hybrid About the Role We are seeking a skilled Sr. Software Engineer to design, build, and enhance tools and applications that power SS&C ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for sr software engineer in Worcester, MA is $142,980.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $122,200.00 and $161,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Sr Software Engineer, you need advanced programming skills, a strong grasp of software design principles, and typically a degree in computer science or a related field. Expertise with development frameworks, version control systems like Git, and familiarity with cloud platforms or containerization tools is often required. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and leadership skills set top performers apart in collaborative environments. These competencies ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality software solutions and effective mentorship within development teams.

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Sr Software Engineers often encounter challenges such as balancing hands-on coding with mentoring less experienced team members, managing shifting project requirements, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining high code quality. They are frequently responsible for making critical architectural decisions and resolving complex technical issues that arise during the development process. Additionally, effective communication with cross-functional teams and stakeholders is key to aligning technical solutions with business goals.

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Sr Software Engineers are experienced professionals who design, develop, and maintain complex software systems. They often lead technical projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure software meets business needs. In addition to coding, they are responsible for making architectural decisions, reviewing code, and ensuring best practices are followed. Sr Software Engineers typically have several years of industry experience and deep expertise in specific programming languages or technologies.

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Senior Software Engineer

HPR

Needham, MA • Hybrid

$125K - $205K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

HPR is the leading provider of high-performance and ultra-low latency electronic trading and capital markets infrastructure solutions offered as a managed service. Our cutting-edge technology is used by tier-1 financial institutions to monitor and execute trades rapidly and efficiently. As we continue to innovate and grow, we're searching for a forward-thinking Senior Software Engineer to help us build the future of capital markets infrastructure.

As a Senior Software Engineer you will:

  • Utilize your expertise in low-level programming as we advance the state of the art in high performance computing and electronic trading
  • Provide the necessary guidance and hands-on delivery of the design, development, and debugging of C applications that run on multi-core Linux systems to process large amounts of high-throughput, low-latency network data
  • Be a key contributor to our process and team culture, continually iterating on how we build products, not just on what we build
  • Lead and mentor software engineers, encouraging our culture of continuous learning and collaboration
  • Collaborate directly with customers that are using the products that you develop

REQUIRED SKILLS 

  • MS/BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related
  • 5+ years of relevant work experience
  • Strong C programming skills
  • Linux application development expertise
  • Demonstrated ability to work through complex engineering obstacles and proven success leading engineering teams to efficient and accurate solution to these problems 
  • Experience defining test scenarios and test cases to ensure quality of team deliverables
  • Passionate about writing software that is clean, simple, and elegant
  • Proficiency with concurrency and multi-threaded architectures
  • Expertise with socket programming and TCP
  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python and Shell
  • Comfortable being onsite in Needham, MA 5 days a week

DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Experience with C++ and Java
  • Financial market knowledge

Compensation: In compliance with Massachusetts law, the anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $125,000 to $205,100. Please note that this range represents the expected base salary for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. This range does not include other forms of compensation such as potential bonuses, equity, or benefits.

This position requires being on-site at our office in Needham, MA full-time (5 days per week) 

Please note: HPR currently does not provide employment sponsorship

Hyannis Port Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process and during employment, consistent with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process or will require accommodation if hired should contact us via the "Connect With Us" button on our Careers page.

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