Tech Jobs in East Lansing, MI

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East Lansing is home to Michigan State University, a hub for research, engineering, and innovation. The city’s blend of academic resources, a growing startup scene, and a strategic location between Lansing and Detroit makes it a magnet for tech talent.

Tech roles range from software engineering in data analytics firms to cybersecurity at defense contractors like Booz Allen Hamilton. The city also hosts MSU’s Office of Information Technology, the Center for Research Computing, and healthtech startups in the MSU Innovation Park.

While housing costs in East Lansing are lower than Detroit, the rising rental market and university tuition demand careful budgeting. Transparent salary data lets candidates match offers with living expenses.

Member Specialist FT Hiring Event

Company: Walmart

Location: Kentwood, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job involves maintaining a clean and organized area, providing excellent member service, ensuring security and safety, training new associates, and complying with company policies. The role requires respect for individuals, integrity, customer focus, and a strive for excellence. Benefits include competitive pay, health benefits, financial benefits, paid time off, and various other perks. The position requires customer service or retail experience and familiarity with front-end equipment.

Shift Supervisor Trainee

Company: CVS Health

Location: Detroit, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Senior Attorney

Company: The Auto Club Group

Location: Detroit, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Tire & Battery Technician - Automotive PT Hiring Event

Company: Walmart

Location: Kentwood, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

As a Tire & Battery Center Technician, you will work in both sales and service areas, collaborating with team members to provide safe and efficient service. You will be an expert in tire and battery industry guidelines, equipment operations, and Point of Sale systems. Utilizing digital tools, you will plan for sales, improve service experience, and elevate associate engagement. You will also be an owner, communicating needs, tracking returns, and maintaining inventory standards. As a talent ambassador, you will be a brand advocate, valuing the member's experience and mentoring others. Competitive pay, performance-based bonuses, and various benefits are offered.

Registered Nurse - Hospital Dialysis RN

Company: DaVita

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

DaVita Acute program is seeking RNs for dialysis patient care in Grand Rapids, Michigan. No prior healthcare experience is required, as paid training is provided. The role involves troubleshooting and decision-making for patients, occasionally collaborating with hospital staff. Successful candidates will have a current RN license, an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing, and may have ICU, CCU, ER, or Med Surg experience. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, 401k match, and paid time off. DaVita is an equal opportunity employer.

Rail Track Maintainer

Company: CN

Location: Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

CN is offering a Rail Track Maintainer position with a starting hourly rate of $33.5. The role involves inspecting, repairing, and replacing rails, ties, switches, and ballasts, working outdoors in various weather conditions. CN emphasizes safety, integrity, and teamwork, providing competitive wages, benefits, and pension plans. Successful candidates will undergo a 5-week paid training program at CN's campus in Homewood, IL. CN is committed to inclusivity, sustainability, and community prosperity.

Food Service Worker

Company: Aramark

Location: Farmington Hills, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The Food Service Worker role at Aramark involves assisting the manager in food preparation, maintaining cash receipts and meal records, and ensuring high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and kitchen safety. Key responsibilities include preparing quality food and baked goods, maintaining daily reports, understanding meal inclusions, sanitary food storage, serving food according to schedules, using kitchen equipment, adding garnishments for customer appeal, coordinating major cleaning of equipment, adhering to food safety regulations, maintaining a clean work area, and performing other duties as assigned. Aramark values employee development and equal employment opportunities.

Shift Supervisor Trainee

Company: CVS Health

Location: Sterling Heights, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

CVS Health is offering a Shift Supervisor Trainee position, an entry-level role designed to prepare employees for higher-level supervisory roles. The role involves working effectively with store management and crews, supervising activities, and ensuring smooth store operations. The company emphasizes a human-centric approach to healthcare, focusing on personal, convenient, and affordable solutions. Successful trainees can be considered for Operations Supervisor or Shift Supervisor positions, which involve leading store staff, maintaining customer loyalty through excellent service, and handling all customer relations issues. The role requires deductive reasoning, analytical skills, and computer skills, with a flexible schedule including early mornings, overnight, and weekend shifts. The pay range is $16.00 - $24.00, and the company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability benefits, well-being programs, education assistance, and PTO.

Pharmacy Technician

Company: CVS Health

Location: Birmingham, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Senior Software Engineer

Company: General Motors

Location: Milford, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

(USA) Personal Shopper - Sam's

Company: Walmart

Location: Southgate, MI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job involves developing and supporting membership by providing information on benefits, promoting products, processing memberships, and meeting goals. It also includes maintaining facility safety, fulfilling member orders, providing member service, and complying with company policies. The role emphasizes respect for individuals, integrity, customer service, striving for excellence, and teamwork. Benefits include competitive pay, health benefits, financial benefits, paid time off, and other perks like discounts and education benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in East Lansing?
East Lansing offers roles in software development, data science, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, research computing, and emerging fields like healthtech and clean energy. Many positions are at MSU, local startups, and defense contractors.
How do remote vs on-site trends look in East Lansing?
Most roles at MSU and larger firms require on-site presence for collaboration, but many startups and remote-friendly companies offer hybrid or fully remote options. Candidates can filter listings by remote preference on Job Transparency.
Who are the major employers in the area?
Key employers include Michigan State University, Booz Allen Hamilton, Lockheed Martin (nearby), Lumen Technologies, and the MSU Innovation Park startups such as DataSphere and HealthTech Solutions.
What are salary expectations for the region?
Average tech salaries in East Lansing range from $70k for entry-level developers to over $120k for senior roles, with additional benefits. Transparent listings provide exact figures and bonus structures.
Do you have advice for relocating to East Lansing for tech work?
Plan for housing by exploring neighborhoods like Midtown, East Lansing’s historic district, or nearby East Lansing Village. Use the cost calculator on Job Transparency, and network with MSU alumni and local meetups to ease transition.

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