Competitive Pay Jobs

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With 8,496 Competitive Pay openings, recruiters are pushing salary transparency to attract the best talent in AI, cloud, data science, and cybersecurity. The category covers high‑paying roles—from 0‑to‑2‑year Machine Learning Engineers earning $90k‑$120k to senior Cloud Architects topping $220k—making it a hot spot for ambitious tech professionals. By listing exact salary ranges on each posting, jobseekers can instantly gauge market value and target roles that match their experience level.

Competitive Pay jobs include Machine Learning Engineer (designs predictive models with TensorFlow/PyTorch), Cloud Architect (builds multi‑cloud infrastructure using Terraform and Kubernetes), Data Scientist (analyzes big data sets with Python/R), DevOps Engineer (automates CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab, and ArgoCD), and Cybersecurity Lead (secures enterprise networks with Zero‑Trust frameworks). Typical responsibilities involve writing production‑grade code, leading cross‑functional teams, and driving continuous improvement in security and performance.

Salary transparency is critical for Competitive Pay professionals because it levels the negotiation field and protects against hidden biases. With clear pay bands, candidates can benchmark offers against regional cost‑of‑living adjustments, verify that bonuses and equity reflect company standards, and make informed decisions about relocation or remote work. Our transparency tool lets you compare your current offer to similar roles in your city and across the sector.

Systems Architect - Filesystems / NFS

Company: Hammerspace

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 02, 2025

Hammerspace's Data Platform offers high-throughput, low-latency storage solutions for AI and high-performance computing, enabling faster data access and improved productivity. The company seeks a System Architect to lead next-generation filesystem and NFS development, emphasizing innovation, collaboration, and technical leadership in a fast-paced startup environment.

Software Engineering Manager - Sustaining Engineering

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. They are hiring an Engineering Manager for Sustaining Engineering to lead a distributed team and improve various open source software. The role offers a rewarding career working with the best people in technology.

Guidehouse Medical Coding Team

Company: Guidehouse

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 02, 2025

Guidehouse offers remote medical coding roles with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth. The position includes flexible work arrangements, a supportive workplace, and opportunities for professional development.

Software Developer (Backend SaaS)

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. They offer a rewarding career for software engineers passionate about open source, Linux, Python, and web services. Landscape, their management tool, is used to deploy, monitor, and manage fleets of Ubuntu systems.

Growth Product Manager - Loyalty

Company: Trafilea

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Trafilea is a consumer tech platform with $1B+ revenue and 12M+ customers seeking a Growth Product Manager to lead loyalty initiatives. The role involves driving subscription growth through data-driven strategies, cross-functional collaboration, and innovative subscription models in a dynamic global team environment.

Experienced Commercial Title Searcher

Company: Pippin Title

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 02, 2025

Pippin Title is a venture-backed real estate tech startup offering nationwide high-quality technology-driven title search services. They work with title insurance companies, property developers, and financial institutions to streamline the real estate closing process. Pippin values ambitious, results-driven individuals who embrace continuous learning, direct communication, and being part of a winning team.

Software Platform Engineering Manager - Ubuntu for Next-Gen Silicon

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a globally distributed team. They are hiring engineering managers to lead teams and optimize Ubuntu for various hardware platforms, with a focus on open source technologies and cutting-edge hardware.

Partnerships Account Executive

Company: Array

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Array is a financial innovation platform that helps digital brands, financial institutions, and fintechs deliver consumer products faster. They offer credit and identity monitoring tools, privacy protection, and a financial ads marketplace. The company is remote-first, focused on high-performing individuals, and seeks a seasoned Partnership Account Executive to drive revenue growth through strategic partnerships.

Linux devices software engineer - snapd

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical promotes itself as a leading open-source provider with a globally recognized platform, offering innovative roles in Linux development and emphasizing collaboration, growth, and global opportunities.

Staff DevOps Engineer

Company: Netwrix

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 02, 2025

The job posting is for a Senior DevOps Engineer Azure role. The position involves designing, automating, and maintaining Azure cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have experience with Azure, Terraform, Helm, CICD pipelines, monitoring, logging, security, and compliance. The role requires on-call shifts and flexibility in working across different time zones.

Senior Manager Market Access Pricing and Analytics

Company: Abbott

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 02, 2025

Abbott promotes a positive work environment with extensive benefits, career growth, and global healthcare innovation opportunities.

Release Train Engineer - Manager

Company: Blackbaud

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 02, 2025

The Product & Technology Group at Blackbaud is seeking a Scaled Agile Framework Release Train Engineer with people management experience. The role involves overseeing delivery for Agile Release Trains, planning and facilitating SAFe events, managing backlog priorities, coaching teams, and leading a team of agile PMO professionals. The ideal candidate should have experience in cloud-based software development, people management, and leading large ARTs. Blackbaud offers a dynamic role, opportunities for growth, and a flexible remote work culture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Competitive Pay roles at different seniority levels?
Junior (0‑2 years) $90k‑$120k, Mid‑level (3‑5 years) $120k‑$160k, Senior (6‑10 years) $160k‑$220k, Lead (10+ years) $220k‑$280k, Principal/Architect $280k‑$350k, and VP/CTO $350k‑$500k+. Regional premiums apply in tech hubs like SF, NYC, and Austin.
What skills and certifications are most valuable for Competitive Pay roles?
Proficiency in Python, Java, or Go; deep knowledge of TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit‑learn for ML; Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker for Cloud; CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab; security frameworks like Zero‑Trust and tools like Splunk. Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, Certified Ethical Hacker, TensorFlow Developer Certificate, and PMP for project leadership.
Can I work remotely in Competitive Pay positions?
Yes—over 70% of Competitive Pay roles offer full remote or hybrid options. Many companies provide remote‑first policies for software, data, and security roles, while on‑site requirements are rare for Cloud Architecture and DevOps positions that need on‑prem integration. Check the location field in each listing for remote flags.
What career paths can I expect after starting in Competitive Pay roles?
Typical progression goes: Junior Engineer → Mid‑level Engineer → Senior Engineer → Tech Lead → Principal Engineer/Architect → VP/CTO. Each step adds leadership, architecture design, and strategic responsibilities. Lateral moves into product management or data science leadership are also common for high‑pay professionals.
What industry trends are shaping Competitive Pay roles?
Fast‑moving AI/ML model deployment, multi‑cloud strategies, edge AI, data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA), DevSecOps integration, and AI‑driven automation of security and ops. Companies reward professionals who can architect hybrid cloud, implement MLOps pipelines, and secure data pipelines with zero‑trust principles.

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