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.

Engineering Manager - Localization and Site Discovery

Company: Webflow

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Webflow is building the world's leading AI-native Digital Experience Platform as a remote-first company. They are looking for an Engineering Manager to lead the Localization and Site Discovery teams, focusing on enhancing global user experience and expanding platform reach. The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Senior/Staff Technical Recruiter

Company: Runway

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

The role is a Senior Staff Technical Recruiter at Runway, responsible for recruiting across Product Design and Engineering teams. The position involves managing the full cycle recruiting process, developing relationships with hiring managers, and designing unbiased interview processes. The company values diversity, pay equity, and offers a competitive salary range.

Solutions Engineer - Emerging Enterprise

Company: Lumos

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

The role of a Solutions Engineer at Lumos involves serving as a technical champion throughout the sales process, partnering with GTM and technical teams, architecting demos and solutions, structuring POCs, driving technical investments, and owning initiatives. The company values empathy, customer-centricity, and a desire to work in a high-growth startup environment.

Senior Software Engineer - Event Driven

Company: TCGplayer

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

eBay is a global e-commerce leader that empowers millions of buyers and sellers in over 190 markets. The company is committed to pushing boundaries, fostering diversity, and creating economic opportunities. TCGplayer, a part of eBay, connects hobbyists and hobby businesses to communities, providing tools for collectible card game enthusiasts and professional sellers. The company is looking for a senior backend engineer to help design and implement backend services, ensuring high performance and scalability.

Data Scientist - Risk

Company: Found

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Found is a company that provides tools and services for self-employed individuals, including a business bank account that automates taxes and expense tracking. They are looking for passionate and resourceful people to join their team and build a safety net for self-employment. The role of Risk Data Scientist involves analyzing financial data, developing risk controls, contributing to strategic planning, and optimizing processes to manage risks in a fast-paced fintech environment.

Head of Indirect Procurement Operations

Company: Dropbox

Location: Ireland

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Dropbox is seeking a Head of Procurement Operations to lead the transformation of procurement by harnessing innovation, automation, and collaboration. The role involves reimagining how the company buys and contracts, simplifying complexity, automating manual processes, and partnering cross-functionally to redefine procurement at scale. The ideal candidate will be a strategic operator and change agent with experience in global indirect procurement, people management, and leading global procurement operations.

Senior Consultant Data and AI Strategy

Company: phData

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

This job description outlines a Senior Consultant AI & Data Strategy role with responsibilities including developing AI strategies, identifying use cases, and guiding clients. It lists required experience in consulting and AI technologies, along with company benefits like remote work and professional development opportunities.

Enterprise Account Executive

Company: Checkly

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Checkly is seeking a Senior Account Executive to join their sales team, offering remote work with NYC office access, competitive compensation, and opportunities to work with tech companies. The role emphasizes solving engineering challenges and growing enterprise accounts in a flexible, transparent startup environment.

Full Stack Engineer - Ads

Company: Reddit

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Reddit's job posting highlights flexible work arrangements, remote opportunities, and roles in innovative engineering teams. It emphasizes collaboration, scalable systems, and benefits like healthcare, equity, and parental leave.

Senior Database Reliability Engineer

Company: Webflow

Location: Argentina

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Webflow is building the world's leading AI-native Digital Experience Platform as a remote-first company. They are looking for a Senior Database Reliability Engineer to join their team and ensure databases and applications are performant, scalable, and reliable. The role involves optimizing database performance, designing and maintaining libraries, implementing caching strategies, collaborating with product engineers, and supporting MongoDB and PostgreSQL in production environments.

Developer Success Engineer

Company: Vercel

Location: Netherlands,Germany,UK

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Vercel is hiring a Developer Success Engineer to guide customers through technical milestones, provide implementation guidance, troubleshoot issues, and create scalable resources. The role involves working with various customers, authoring documentation, partnering with teams, and identifying opportunities for growth.

Senior Software Engineer - Reconciliation

Company: Mercury

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

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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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