Tech Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA
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Baton Rouge’s tech scene is booming because of its strategic mix of defense, healthcare, and energy sectors. The city hosts over 30 federal and state agencies, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, creating a steady demand for software developers, data scientists, and cybersecurity specialists. Recent surveys show a 12% year‑over‑year increase in tech hiring, pulling talent from the broader Southern Louisiana region.
Key employers span from large contractors such as L3Harris Technologies and Aegis Defense & Information to regional biotech firms like ViralSense and NeuroTech Labs. Start‑ups thrive in neighborhoods like the St. Charles Arts District, while the University’s Innovation Hub powers dozens of spin‑offs. Software‑as‑a‑Service (SaaS) and cloud services are also growing, with companies like CloudWave Solutions expanding their Baton Rouge offices.
Living costs in Baton Rouge are about 10% lower than the national average, with a median home price of $220,000 and a cost‑of‑living index of 93. The salary transparency feature lets candidates see that a mid‑level software engineer earns between $75k and $95k, while a senior data scientist averages $110k. This clarity helps job seekers match offers to local living expenses and negotiate confidently.
Senior Executive Assistant
Company: ServiceTitan
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 18, 2022
The job posting is looking for an Executive Assistant to support the President, requiring strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and solid integrity. The role involves providing administrative support, managing calendars, and handling confidential materials. The company offers a range of benefits, including flexible time off, recognition, and support for autonomous work.
Freelance Motion Graphics Designer
Company: The Refinery Creative
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 19, 2022
The Refinery is an award-winning entertainment advertising agency seeking candidates who embody their core values. They celebrate their employees and are looking for individuals with advanced proficiency in After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Photoshop.
Senior Manager, Client Partners Gaming Services, AMER
Company: Unity
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 15, 2022
The opportunity involves leading Unity's AMER Gaming Services sales team, helping scale Multiplayer and Vivox businesses, driving growth and adoption of Unity Gaming Services and solutions, and collaborating with global teams. The role requires proactive market feedback, success in delivering results, and a comprehensive business growth strategy for the EMEA region.
Digital Designer
Company: The Refinery Creative
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 15, 2022
The Refinery is an award-winning entertainment advertising agency seeking a hands-on Digital Designer to handle client projects. The agency values kindness, client-focus, and passion, and offers a competitive salary with full benefits.
Sr. Director of Development - Scripted TV
Company: Westbrook
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 18, 2022
Westbrook is a mission-driven company that empowers artists to tell stories. The Sr. Director of Development will be responsible for developing new scripted content and overseeing the production of shows. The company is looking for a candidate with 5+ years of experience in development and/or production, who can generate new ideas and translate them into high-quality scripted TV.
Commercial Business Development
Company: Inversion Space
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 19, 2022
Inversion is a company that aims to build affordable and high-cadence return capability for the commercial and defense space industries. They believe in a future where returning from space is as common as launching to space and are building reentry vehicles faster and cheaper than ever before.
Materials Engineer (Metal 3D Printing)
Company: Freeform
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 17, 2022
Freeform is a stealth mode metal 3D printing startup that is revolutionizing metal additive manufacturing. They are looking for a Materials Engineer to establish their M&P infrastructure, strategy, and best practices. The company offers a competitive compensation package, inclusive culture, and a state-of-the-art facility.
Principal Satellite RF Engineer
Company: SPINLAUNCH
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 17, 2022
The job posting is for a Principal Satellite RF Engineer position at SpinLaunch, a company that values collaboration, creativity, and risk-taking. The job involves designing and prototyping RF circuits for satellite payloads and ground terminals, and requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in RF/Analog circuit design and board layout.
People & Culture Coordinator
Company: Rocket Lab
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 16, 2022
Rocket Lab is a company that provides small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. They have a mission to open access to space to improve life on Earth. The company has a strong team of over 1,300 people and is looking for a People & Culture Coordinator to provide administrative support.
Durability CAE Engineer
Company: Faraday Future
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 15, 2022
Faraday Future is a California-based mobility company that is developing user-centric, technology-first vehicles to change the way we drive. The company is seeking a durability engineer to perform finite element analysis and develop strategies to achieve durability attributes at minimum cost, weight, and complexity.
Quality Improvement Specialist
Company: WelbeHealth
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Nov 15, 2022
The WelbeHealth PACE program helps seniors stay in their homes and communities by providing comprehensive medical care and community-based services. The Quality Improvement Specialist is responsible for maintaining and implementing the WelbeHealth Quality Improvement program, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The job requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, experience with data analysis, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.