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.

Staff Data Scientist

Company: Platform Science

Location: USA

Posted Dec 07, 2025

Platform Science is an open IoT platform founded in 2015 that partners with fleets, application developers, vehicle manufacturers, and equipment providers in the transportation industry. They are seeking a Staff Data Scientist to process large amounts of raw data into strategic insights and lead the evaluation, design, and implementation of machine learning models and statistical analyses to support key business objectives.

Sr Manager - Solutions Engineering

Company: Twilio

Location: Singapore

Posted Dec 07, 2025

Twilio is seeking a Sr Manager of Solutions Engineering to lead a team in their Communications business. The role involves partnering with sales, cross-functional collaboration, building programs, attracting and developing talent, and leading technical strategy. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of SaaS/CPaaS experience, 3+ years of leadership, and strong communication skills.

Senior Platform Engineer - ML Data Systems

Company: Khan Academy

Location: USA

Posted Dec 07, 2025

Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. They offer high-quality learning content and practice for PreK-12th grade and early college core academic subjects, focusing on math and science. The company values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is committed to improving learning outcomes for students worldwide, especially those in historically under-resourced communities. They are looking for an ML Data Engineer to evolve their evaluation dataset tools to meet the growing platform needs of AI-based tutoring.

Senior/Staff Content Designer

Company: Grow Therapy

Location: USA

Posted Dec 07, 2025

The job posting is for a Senior Staff Content Designer role at Grow Therapy. The role involves crafting clear, inclusive, and trustworthy product experiences across client and provider products. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of content design/UX writing experience, a strong portfolio, and expertise in UX writing, content strategy, and systems thinking. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product design, research, and operations, to define messaging, craft value propositions, and shape content systems. The position offers a competitive base compensation and can be hybrid or fully remote.

Principal Software Engineer - Payroll

Company: Gusto, Inc.

Location: USA

Posted Dec 07, 2025

The role is for a Principal Engineer to lead the development of Gusto's flagship Payroll product. The position involves designing, building, and scaling backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring engineers. The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience, expertise in building resilient systems, and a collaborative mindset.

IoT Data Engineer

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 07, 2025

Canonical promotes itself as a leading open-source provider with a strong presence in enterprise markets. The job posting highlights opportunities for software engineers to work on innovative IoT solutions, collaborate globally, and contribute to a growing pre-IPO company with competitive benefits and a distributed work environment.

Software Engineer, Streaming Systems

Company: Hightouch

Location: North America

Posted Dec 07, 2025

The company is seeking a software engineer to join their Streaming Systems team, which focuses on high-throughput systems for collecting and processing billions of behavioral events. The role involves building infrastructure for ingesting clickstream, product interaction, and transactional data. The company emphasizes high ownership, autonomy, and a fast-paced startup environment. They offer a competitive salary range and equity compensation.

Senior Frontend Web Engineer - Compliance Engineer

Company: Reddit

Location: USA

Posted Dec 07, 2025

Reddit is a platform that brings community and belonging to people worldwide through various interest-based communities. The company is launching a Compliance Engineering team to ensure their platforms meet evolving regulatory requirements and maintain trust. The role involves shaping the future of Reddit, partnering with teams, and leading initiatives critical to the business and platform integrity.

Lead AI Engineer

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 07, 2025

Upwork is a global work marketplace connecting businesses with skilled independent talent. The company offers AI-powered solutions and enables companies to scale, innovate, and build agile teams. The job description is for a Lead AI Engineer position on the Data Platform & Services team, focusing on building AI-powered systems for data engineering, analytics, and product evolution.

Senior Software Engineer - Developer Tools, Poe

Company: Quora

Location: USA

Posted Dec 07, 2025

Quora seeks engineers to join their remote team, focusing on Poe's AI platform. The role involves building tools for developers, with a culture of collaboration and innovation. Benefits include competitive pay, remote work, and equity.

Software Engineer - Lua

Company: Vercel

Location: USA

Posted Dec 07, 2025

The role involves scaling CDN services, collaborating with teams, and optimizing performance. Requirements include Lua expertise and HTTP knowledge. Benefits include competitive pay, healthcare, and flexible work arrangements.

QA Engineer II

Company: Outliant

Location: Philippines

Posted Dec 07, 2025

Ignite Visibility, an award-winning digital marketing agency, seeks a QA Engineer II to contribute to innovative projects. The role involves testing strategies, automation, and collaboration in a dynamic environment with competitive benefits.

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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