Tech Jobs in Cambridge

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Cambridge's tech scene thrives at the intersection of world‑class research institutions like MIT and Harvard, a dense network of venture capital, and a culture that nurtures startups. The city attracts talent in AI, data science, and cybersecurity, driving demand for software engineers, machine learning specialists, and product managers.

Cambridge hosts a diverse roster of tech firms—from global pharma leaders such as Gilead Sciences and Boston Scientific to cloud‑native companies like HubSpot and Wayfair. Start‑ups like Ginkgo Bioworks, Butterfly Network, and Clari focus on biotech innovation, while IBM Research and MIT Lincoln Laboratory push the frontier of quantum computing and secure communications. This mix creates opportunities across hardware, software, fintech, and biotech sectors.

While the median rent for a one‑bedroom apartment in Cambridge tops $3,000/month and the city’s overall cost index is high, salaries often exceed national averages. Transparent salary data on Job Transparency allows candidates to benchmark offers, negotiate effectively, and align compensation with the true value of living in a high‑cost market.

Senior/Principal Research Associate (Neuroscience)

Company: Voyager Therapeutics

Location: Cambridge

Posted Apr 04, 2023

Voyager Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on gene therapy and neurology, with a novel TRACER AAV capsid discovery platform for high target delivery and blood-brain barrier penetration. The company has alliances with Pfizer Inc., Novartis, and Neurocrine Biosciences, and a pipeline of preclinical programs in Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Senior Scientist, Translation Development

Company: Kronos Bio

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 23, 2023

Kronos Bio seeks an experienced Sr. Scientist to join their Translation group and support early drug discovery and development programs. The ideal candidate will have proven bench level expertise in establishing and performing a wide range of molecular and protein-based assays. They will also be responsible for guiding and overseeing CROs for multiple projects and keeping the company up to date with the latest tools and platforms for both protein/nucleic acid-based markers.

Principal Biostatistician (Contract)

Company: 2seventy bio

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 23, 2023

The text describes a role at 2seventy bio as a Principal Biostatistician, responsible for statistical activities in multiple clinical studies. The role involves working with the Biometrics team, contributing to protocol development, and ensuring compliance with SOPs. The successful candidate will have at least 9 years of relevant clinical trial experience and proficiency in statistical programming, particularly SAS. The company has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.

Scientist/Sr.Scientist, Translational Research

Company: Voyager Therapeutics

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 26, 2023

Voyager Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on gene therapy and neurology, leveraging innovative expertise in capsid discovery and deep neuropharmacology capabilities. They have developed a TRACER AAV capsid discovery platform with novel capsids for high target delivery and blood-brain barrier penetration. The company is expanding and seeking a highly motivated Scientist / Senior Scientist to develop biomarker assays for Voyager programs.

Scientist, Translation Development

Company: Kronos Bio

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 23, 2023

Kronos Bio seeks an experienced Scientist to join their Translation group. The candidate will support translational activities, develop and implement biomarker assays, and work collaboratively with other scientists.

Associate Manager, Payroll & Equity Administration (Contract)

Company: 2seventy bio

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 22, 2023

The text describes a job posting for an Associate Manager, Payroll & Equity in the Finance department of 2seventy bio. The ideal candidate should have experience with ADP Workforce Now, strong attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple tasks. The position involves helping with U.S. payroll operations for 400+ employees and providing strong customer service. The team is described as passionate for data, logic, and analysis, with a patient-first philosophy. The candidate will spend their time on various tasks such as inputting US payroll, preparing journal entries, coordinating with business partners, and managing state set-ups. They will also be responsible for managing equity grants, vesting, and release of restricted stock units. The candidate should have experience with supporting an equity administration system and be familiar with biotech benefits/incentives. The company has a mandatory vaccination policy for COVID-19.

Scientist/Senior Scientist

Company: Voyager Therapeutics

Location: Cambridge

Posted Apr 04, 2023

Voyager Therapeutics is a biotechnology company focused on gene therapy and neurology, with a platform that generates novel capsids for high target delivery and blood-brain barrier penetration. The company is seeking a Scientist/Senior Scientist to contribute to NHP studies for platform and discovery research.

Customer Service Coordinator

Company: Soofa

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 29, 2023

Soofa, a woman-founded MIT startup, is seeking a Customer Service Coordinator for a remote role with the option of a hybrid office environment in Boston/Cambridge Area. The role involves managing customer service for landowners, overseeing contractors, and troubleshooting issues with Soofa Signs. The ideal candidate should be friendly, organized, and able to articulate technical knowledge. Soofa is committed to diversity and encourages BIPOC and minority applicants. The role offers opportunities for contributing to streamlining maintenance processes and product, with benefits including healthcare, PTO, and a dog-friendly office.

Senior Director, Program Management

Company: Montai Health

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 28, 2023

Montai Health is a privately held, early-stage biotechnology company within the Flagship Pioneering Portfolio, founded in 2019. The company's mission is to improve health outcomes for as many people as possible by unlocking the power of natural bioactives to more rapidly develop safe and efficacious therapies to treat and preempt disease. They do this through their CONECTA platform, which comprehensively maps Anthromolecule bioactivity across pathways that drive disease. The company values human-driven pioneering, a relentless hunger for impact, interdependently ambitious, and inclusive courage. They are looking for an experienced Project Manager with research and early development experience to build the function and drive the delivery of pipeline programs and technical projects.

Scientist I/II, Capsid Engineering (Capsid Discovery)

Company: Voyager Therapeutics

Location: Cambridge

Posted Apr 03, 2023

Voyager Therapeutics is a biotechnology company dedicated to breaking through barriers in gene therapy and neurology. They are leveraging innovative expertise in capsid discovery and deep neuropharmacology capabilities to address delivery challenges. Their TRACER AAV capsid discovery platform has generated novel capsids with high target delivery and blood-brain barrier penetration. Voyager is allied with Pfizer Inc., Novartis, and Neurocrine Biosciences, and has multiple programs in their pipeline, including preclinical programs in Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). They are looking for a Scientist I or II to support capsid programs aimed at improving tropism, tissue detargeting, and immune evasion.

Senior Manager, IT Controls

Company: EverQuote

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 24, 2023

EverQuote is seeking a Senior Manager, IT Controls with CPA or CISA certification, 8+ years of large public company internal and external auditing experience, and expertise in IT audit programs and governance frameworks. The role involves managing a Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) IT Controls program, working with the security team, directing the IT controls monitoring team, and providing input on internal control monitoring and execution tools. The ideal candidate should have experience in a large-scale management-led SOX organization, understanding of US Generally Accepted Accounting Practices, and familiarity with AWS Well-Architected Framework components, Okta, Atlassian Jira, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) patterns, VLOOKUP and other functions in Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel, and basic SQL knowledge.

Junior Communications Specialist

Company: Changeis, Inc.

Location: Cambridge

Posted Mar 31, 2023

Changeis, Inc. is an award-winning, 8(a) certified, woman-owned small business offering management consulting and engineering services to the public sector. They have successfully executed numerous programs and established strategic priorities for their customers. The company focuses on strategy and transformation management, investment analysis, acquisition management, governance, and innovation management. They offer a full benefit package and are ranked among the top 1000 firms by Inc. magazine. They are currently hiring a Communications Strategist for a 100% remote, full-time position with a focus on content management, working with CMS (Drupal), and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Cambridge?
Software engineer, data scientist, machine learning engineer, product manager, cybersecurity analyst, bioinformatics specialist, hardware design engineer, research scientist, and full‑stack developer.
Are tech roles in Cambridge remote or on‑site?
Most companies offer hybrid models; HubSpot and Wayfair provide remote flexibility, while biotech and hardware roles often require on‑site lab or office presence.
Who are the major tech employers in the Cambridge area?
Gilead Sciences, Boston Scientific, HubSpot, Wayfair, IBM Research, Ginkgo Bioworks, Butterfly Network, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and numerous AI start‑ups.
What are typical salary expectations for tech roles in Cambridge?
Software engineers average $120k–$180k, data scientists $140k–$200k, senior product managers $160k–$220k, with equity and bonuses common across the region.
What advice should I follow when relocating to Cambridge for tech work?
Research neighborhoods like Cambridgeport for walkability, budget for high rents, use public transit (Red Line), network at MIT, Harvard, and local meetups, and leverage salary‑transparent job boards to negotiate offers.

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