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$ Average salary: 168,667Space Industrial Base Activities and Assessment Analyst
Reposted 1 week agoDrive assessments and strategies to enhance the national security space industrial base. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to analyze capabilities, identify risks, and support policy recommendations that strengthen space acquisition programs.Requirements: Bachelor's degree; experience in space acquisition; Top Secret clearance preferred.EVMS Analyst - Principal
$116K — $210K *US-AnywhereRemote in United StatesTodayTransform your career by driving exceptional EVM compliance and practices across enterprise projects. Utilize your expertise to coach teams, analyze performance, and enhance project reporting for success and continuous improvement.Requirements: BA/BS with 12+ years or Master's with 10+; expert EVM knowledge; US Citizen.Principal Engineer - Data and Infrastructure, Remote
$130K — $180K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States1 week agoDrive innovation as a Principal Software Engineer, architecting scalable data systems and mentoring teams. Collaborate to align technical strategies with business goals, solving complex challenges to empower our AI-driven future.Requirements: BS in Computer Science, 10+ years in scalable systems, cloud tech expertise
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Principal Technical Program Manager, Industry Software
$169K — $284K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States1 week agoLead the charge in executing complex cross-organizational initiatives, partnering with senior leaders to translate strategy into measurable outcomes while driving program execution across critical B2B platforms and mentoring teams to enhance operational excellence.Requirements: 8+ years in technical program management; B2B SaaS expertise; strong communication skills.Technical Consultant
$80K — $95K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States3 weeks agoJoin a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative technical solutions while driving client success through expert consulting, support, and ongoing administration of the Forsta platform, enhancing user experience and satisfaction post-implementation.Requirements: BA/BS in Computer Science; 1-3 years experience; JavaScript, HTML, CSS skills.ServiceNow Project Manager
$90K — $130K *US-AnywhereRemote1 week agoUnlock potential by leading ServiceNow project delivery, enhancing team collaboration, and ensuring successful outcomes. Oversee project lifecycles while aligning stakeholders and managing multiple concurrent engagements for maximum impact.Requirements: Bachelor's degree, 5+ years' PM experience, ServiceNow project leadership.Senior Technical Project Manager
$90K — $120K *US-AnywhereIn-PersonReposted 4 days agoJoin a dynamic team where you'll lead IT integration projects from start to finish, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery while delighting clients. Your leadership and communication skills will drive collaboration and project success across teams.Requirements: 5-7 years PM experience; Bachelor's degree; PMP preferred; software projects.BIT Field Engineer
2 weeks agoPlay a key role in supporting broadcast production by providing expert technical engineering for live events and remote operations, ensuring seamless execution in a high-pressure environment with cutting-edge technology.Requirements: 4+ years experience in broadcast/IT, technical degree, strong troubleshooting skills.Members who searched for Chief Software Engineer (CSE), also searched for:
Sr. Delivery Manager, IT PMO
$117K — $147K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States1 week agoManage complex IT delivery across a portfolio, leading Project Managers and owning critical integrations. Drive discipline, execution, and program health in a dynamic, multi-platform environment while ensuring consistent client experiences.Requirements: 8-12 years IT PM experience; ServiceNow expertise; strong Agile and Waterfall knowledge.Professional Services Operations Manager
$100K — $130K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States3 weeks agoAdvance operational excellence in professional services by optimizing resources, enhancing profitability, and ensuring high-quality outcomes while fostering collaboration across teams and improving processes.Requirements: 8+ years in Professional Services; strong ops, analytics, and process skills.Cloud Operations Manager
$146K — $234K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States3 days agoLead and inspire cloud operations teams in managing secure AWS and Azure environments. Ensure platform reliability, security, and compliance while delivering exceptional customer service and operational efficiencies for a major federal mission.Requirements: 12+ yrs experience in cloud ops; AWS/Azure hands-on; U.S. citizenship required.Lead Mechanical Engineer
$126K — $162K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States2 weeks agoLead complex mechanical engineering design projects for mission-critical facilities, collaborating with senior staff and project management. Drive efficiency using innovative technologies while fostering client relations and guiding team members.Requirements: Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, PE license, 8 years of experience.Executive Operations Manager, Arc XP
2 weeks agoUnlock organizational potential by enhancing operational workflows, supporting leadership alignment, and driving cross-functional initiatives. This role emphasizes clear communication and strategic execution in a fast-paced environment.Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 5+ years in operations; strong org & comm skills.AI Architect for Federal Domain w/ Active Secret clearance
1 week agoInnovate as part of a Professional Services team, leveraging AI expertise to enhance federal customer success through technical installation, integration, and compliance, while driving collaboration between cross-functional teams.Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 7+ years' federal engineering experience; active Secret clearance.Product Owner - Oracle/Cerner Solutions
$96K — $130K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States3 weeks agoJoin a team that transforms healthcare by leveraging your expertise in Oracle and Cerner solutions. Lead product vision, manage clinical workflows, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency across multiple domains.Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 8+ years in Oracle/Cerner; Agile/Scrum experience.Information Systems Security Office, Government Programs
$110K — $175K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States1 week agoManage cybersecurity efforts by ensuring compliance and accreditation for mission-critical systems. Collaborate across engineering, IT, and government sectors to maintain security posture and operational readiness in defense environments.Requirements: Active Secret clearance, 5+ years in cybersecurity, security cert (Security+, CISSP)AI Engineer
$111K — $192K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States1 week agoInnovate within an agile team by designing data pipelines and APIs to create AI-driven personnel management solutions, spanning backend engineering to system integration in a pivotal Department of War program.Requirements: Secret clearance eligibility, 3-5 years full-stack experience, Python and API expertise.Senior Business Analyst (Federal Clients)
1 week agoShape the future of federal programs by leveraging your analytical skills and expertise in immigration. Collaborate with clients to deliver innovative business solutions and optimize processes in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.Requirements: 8+ years experience; 5+ years in federal programs (immigration)Project Supervisor
$75K — $95K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States6 days agoManage complex litigation support projects remotely, overseeing staff and coordinating case activities. Play a key role in ensuring effective communication with clients and attorneys while executing detailed operational plans.Requirements: Bachelor’s degree; 2+ years litigation support experience; supervisory skills; clearance eligibility.Unified Communications Engineer
$90K — $130K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States2 weeks agoUnlock potential by driving enterprise-level unified communications solutions, optimizing voice, video, and collaboration services, and ensuring robust performance and security in alignment with federal operational standards.Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 8+ years UC experience; hands-on UC platform skills.Special Structural Analysis Engineer 3
$74K — $113K *US-AnywhereRemote in United StatesYesterdayTransform your career as you collaborate in the design and analysis of structural systems for nuclear facilities, applying your expertise in structural engineering to advance innovative projects and ensure safety in energy generation.Requirements: MS in Civil Engineering, 3+ years experience, software proficiency.Distributed Systems Engineer 5 - Ads Policies
$388K — $500K+*US-AnywhereRemote in United States2 weeks agoPartner with us to scale our advertising technology, ensuring compliance and enhancing user experiences. Drive innovation in ad delivery systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact solutions.Requirements: Experience in online ad systems, rules management, and large-scale infrastructure.GTM Systems Developer
$115K — $125K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States4 weeks agoDrive the design and implementation of scalable systems and automations that enhance operational efficiency in the GTM organization, partnering with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.Requirements: 4+ years GTM/Revenue Ops experience; Salesforce admin, Apex, automationPlatform Engineer
$139K — $183K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States1 week agoInnovate and build resilient cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines at scale, enhancing developer efficiency across multiple teams while ensuring security and compliance in a health tech environment.Requirements: 6+ years in platform/infrastructure, 2+ years leading technical initiatives, TerraformAssociate Software Engineer
2 weeks agoOptimize firmware and software systems through design and testing, leveraging your engineering expertise to collaborate effectively and simplify complex interactions in a team-focused environment.Requirements: B.S. in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science; embedded systems knowledge.
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What does a Chief Software Engineer do?
A Chief Software Engineer leads the software development team and makes decisions regarding the technical aspects of projects. They also create and implement advanced strategies for software development.
What is the average salary of a Chief Software Engineer?
While it can vary depending on numerous factors, a Chief Software Engineer typically makes over $100K annually.
What qualifications do I need to be a Chief Software Engineer?
Generally, a degree in Computer Science or a related field, and extensive experience in software development and team leadership is required for a Chief Software Engineer.
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