Tech Jobs in Princeton-Trenton

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Princeton‑Trenton stands out as a tech hotspot because its proximity to research institutions like Princeton University and Rutgers University fuels a steady stream of skilled graduates and cutting‑edge research that translates into startup and corporate innovation. The area’s blend of academic rigor and practical industry experience creates a fertile ground for software engineers, data scientists, and cybersecurity experts looking to solve real‑world problems.

Local employers range from global giants such as IBM Watson and Verizon Wireless to life‑science leaders like Biogen and Johnson & Johnson. The Princeton Research Park hosts dozens of high‑growth startups focused on AI, fintech, and health tech, while the broader Trenton corridor attracts automotive‑tech firms and digital‑marketing agencies. This diversity means tech talent can find roles in everything from AI research labs to product management for consumer apps.

Cost of living varies dramatically between Princeton’s upscale neighborhoods and Trenton’s more affordable districts. While Princeton’s median home price exceeds $800,000, Trenton offers housing options in the $200,000–$350,000 range, making tech salaries more stretchable for many. Transparent salary data lets candidates compare offers against local expenses, ensuring they choose positions that align with their financial goals.

Director, Infrastructure Engineer

Company: Kyowa Kirin

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Sep 08, 2023

Kyowa Kirin is a rapidly growing global pharmaceutical company focusing on biotechnologies for novel medicines in four areas of unmet need. The Director, Infrastructure Engineering will support, enhance, and stabilize infrastructure, networking, telephony, and end-user computing services. The role involves improving platform stability, modernizing older infrastructure, reducing risk, and effectively supporting business capabilities. The Director will lead a close-knit team, understand clinical needs, and advance innovations with a profound impact on patient lives.

Editorial Internship, New Jersey Spring 2024

Company: POLITICO

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Aug 29, 2023

POLITICO is seeking a Spring 2024 editorial intern for New Jersey, based in Trenton. The intern will cover the state legislative session and Governor Phil Murphy, contributing to all aspects of story creation and production. The ideal candidate will have a passion for politics, good time management skills, and experience in a school publication or professional news outlet. POLITICO values a collaborative spirit, fair-minded journalism, and innovation.

Tax Operations Specialist

Company: Withum

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Sep 13, 2023

You will collaborate regularly with the Innovation Team, the Tax Leadership Team, the Utilization Team, and other firm stakeholders. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities. How you’ll spend your time:OverallAssisting with Strategic Growth plan to double tax revenue in 3 to 5 yearsMeeting with Head of Tax & tax leadership team monthly to present status updatesReviewing/Assisting with Tax Strategic plan including pillars for growth, innovation, people and clients and hold teams accountableProviding solutions/ideasInnovationMeeting with the innovation/dev team and coordinate/organize tax ideasAnalyzing ROI and following up with Sponsor/ownerUnderstanding which are short term and long term – who do they benefit?Confirming with IT that projects are viablePeopleDo we have the right people at the right levels?Meeting with schedulers and understanding tax bandwidthReviewing strategically the way to keep people utilized over the year – minimizing crunch timesReconciling variance between budget and actual charge timeWe are primarily looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:Prior tax experience and CPA credential is preferredBachelor’s Degree in Accounting or another business-related field requiredStrong project management skills & ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to think outside of the box and bring ideas to the tax leadership teamAbility to execute on tasksEffectively communicate with high level executives/managementKnowledge of tax department processes, workflow & tax technology toolsNYC ranges from $120,000 – $170,000Withum will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because they are a protected veteran. LI-JB1; LI-Hybrid Withum’s tax services include Business Taxes, State & Local tax, International Tax, Tax Credit and incentives (including the R&D tax credit), and Private Client services.As a Tax Operations Specialist in our Tax Services group, this role will report directly to the Head of Tax. The duties of the TOS will be focused in three key areas: Innovation, Process and Workflow, and Team Member Utilization.Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. You will also work alongside an integrated team of seasoned, well-known tax industry leaders. Their comprehensive understanding of international, US federal, state, and local regulations, including our affiliation with HLB international, allows them to help develop global tax strategies . The TOS will assist the Head of Tax to oversee firm tax department operations and work on strategic initiatives that align with firm growth goals. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength. We have become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. We recruit only the best and brightest people, with a genuine passion for the business.Withum’s Tax Services Group is made up of a brilliant team of tax specialists that work to ensure tax reporting obligations are met in an accurate and timely manner and minimize or defer the payment of taxes.

Business Management Associate

Company: Mathematica

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Aug 26, 2023

Mathematica is seeking a Business Management Associate to join the Strategic Business Development team. The role involves identifying new business opportunities, tracking them throughout the business development lifecycle, maintaining data integrity, performing market research, and guiding colleagues through internal processes. The ideal candidate should have a strong academic background, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with senior management. Preferred qualifications include understanding of federal government contracting, proficiency with government information resources, and understanding of Mathematica's service offerings.

Sr. Software Engineer

Company: Clario

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Sep 01, 2023

The role involves analyzing, designing, programming, debugging, and modifying software enhancements and new products for local, networked, or Internet-related computer programs. The position requires using current programming languages and technologies, writing code, completing programming, and performing testing and debugging of applications. The primary responsibilities include requirements analysis, identifying deficiencies, writing simple concise unit tests, and delivering tested code in a timely fashion. The role also involves identifying design alternatives, problems, and weaknesses in software solutions, and providing advice and instruction to the software quality assurance team.

Tech Audit Senior

Company: Withum

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Sep 13, 2023

For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.New York City ranges are from $85,000- $130,000Withum will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because they are a protected veteran.LI- PB1LI-PBHybrid Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience and qualifications. In this position, you will take a lead role on all aspects of audit engagements, from planning to completion, to include supervision/mentoring of staff and building/maintaining relationships with clients.      Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. If you reside in New York City, please see below. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the&8239;Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.&8239; How You’ll Spend Your Time:Working with a variety of exciting startup and emerging growth companiesLead the engagement team staff on the planning and execution of an audit, review or compilation engagement to effectively and efficiently provide world-class client serviceOverseeing the day-to-day operations of the audit engagement from staffing, planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, financial reporting and the conclusionProviding supervision and support to the engagement staff and promote open communication to the engagement manager and partnerCollaborating with managers and partners on client issue resolution and make recommendations for any legal, regulatory and accounting issues that arise during an audit engagementReviewing all schedule and non-scheduled general ledger accounts for accurate entriesManaging multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to efficiently meet client deadlinesCreating and tracking engagement budgets to review for inefficiencies that may arise during the auditConducting constructive discussions with team members on their evaluations and providing counsel accordinglyServing in professional development programs as an instructor or discussion leaderThe Kinds of People We Want to Talk to Have Many of The Following:Bachelor's degree in accountingCPA or CPA eligibleAt least 3 years of public accounting experience, with experience leading multiple engagements and supervising staffExperience with SaaSExperience with startups/emerging growth such as ecommerce, fintech, Ad Tech, etc.Excellent analytical, technical, and auditing skills including familiarity with US GAAP due to the complexity of the engagements in this sectorExceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationshipsAbility to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environmentStrong leadership, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to represent the Firm well to client’s managementExcellent analytical, organizational, project management skills, strong attention to detail, and proven innovative problem solving skillThe compensation for this position will vary by location. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. You'll work alongside an integrated team of seasoned, well-known CPAs and industry leaders. We recruit only the best and brightest people, with a genuine passion for the business. Withum’s Auditing and Attest Engagement services are the cornerstone of our firm. Withum’s audit and advisory team possess the expertise necessary to give stakeholders confidence in financial information.&8239;This team provides audit services, Review and compilation services and other agreed upon audit procedures to a variety of client sizes and industries. The Technology/Emerging Growth Audit Senior role will be based out of our New York City or any NJ office with a flexible hybrid component. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength.

On-call Data Scientist

Company: Mathematica

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Aug 28, 2023

Available Locations: Princeton, NJ, Washington, DC, Remote LI-AR1 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This includes being able to learn resources such as self-guided tutorials, package documentation, and academic articles and willingness to constantly learn and contribute to knowledge sharing with team members.Experience with reproducible research principles, version control, interactive visualizations, and data science packages and libraries in at least one language:R packages such as Tidyverse, R Shiny, and/or R MarkdownPython packages such as NumPy, pandas, and/or scikit-learnNice to have: experience with healthcare datasets (for example, Medicare or Medicaid claims and enrollment data), SQL, Deep Learning models, product/tool development skills, production-quality machine learning applications, cloud computing environments, and algorithmic fairness and ethicsThe hourly rate for this on-call Data Scientist position has a range bewteen $35-45 per hour To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, location preference, and a code sample (or multiple), in one of the following languages: Python, R (can be provided in a file attachment or GitHub repository link). Specifically, our data scientistscontribute to cross-disciplinary team-based projects by: Co-developing analysis plans with researchers and other data science colleaguesWriting and maintaining production-level programming systems to obtain, combine, transform, store, and analyze datasets on cloud, internal, and client serversDeveloping and maintaining documentationImplementing reproducible research and quality assurance practices, such as environment management, version control, and testingConducting analysis and communicating results, both to internal teams and clients, such as descriptive statistics, data visualizations, and model diagnostics Position Requirements: Requirements for the candidate: Master's degree and above with an academic record including courses in subjects such as statistics, data science, data analytics, mathematics, operations research, computer science, and/or social science; equivalent years of experience can be substituted.Demonstrated interest and/or experience using programming and data science and/or statistics to contribute to projects with a policy/social impact in academic and/or professional settings.At least five years of experience performing data cleaning, analysis and or predictive modeling using programming languages such as R, Python, or Julia in the academic, extra-curricular, or professional environment.Experience executing data science and statistics techniques in solving health policy, medical related problems. We are looking for an on-calldata scientist to support data processing and analysis tasks, such as building data pipelines, monitoring data quality, developing documentation, applying statistical and data science methods, and creating data visualizations. Demonstrated expertise in machine learning and/or natural language processing techniques.Ability to take an ambiguous or open-ended question, dig deep into the problem and available resources, propose rigorous methods, use data to draw insights, and convey results and findings to a wide range of audiences.Ability and desire to work independently as part of an interdisciplinary team that may be geographically dispersed. In accordance with Executive Order 14042 and its implementing guidelines, all Mathematica employees must provide documentation that they have been fully vaccinated or obtain an accommodation through Human Resources by providing documentation from a licensed health care provider that they are unable to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because of a disability (which would include medical conditions) or provide an attestation that they are entitled to an accommodation because of a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. Building an inclusive culture that draws on the individual strengths of employees from different ethnic backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, abilities, and experience is key to our success. Our data scientists underpin our company's core offerings in health policy program improvement and program assessment, which yield crucial evidence and information for policy and decision makers. At Mathematica, we take pride in our commitment to diversity. Our mission is to improve public well-being by bringing the highest standards of quality, objectivity, and excellence to bear on the work we do for our clients, which include federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as private foundations.

Senior Financial Analyst

Company: Abbott

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Aug 29, 2023

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. The i-STAT System has the industry's most comprehensive menu of tests in a single, with-patient platform, including tests for respiratory, metabolic, coagulation, hematology, glucose, and cardiac function. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf JOB FAMILY: Financial Planning and Analysis DIVISION: LOCATION: United States > Princeton : 400 College Road East ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @Abbott News and @AbbottGlobal. Partner with marketing team to create annual budget and forecast Complete month-end close activities: tie out monthly revenue, prepare journal entries, expense summaries, and project spend analysisPrepare and analyze daily and weekly sales reporting / projectionsMaintain finance scorecard on deliverables from other APOC finance organizationsPerform adhoc requests and drive cross-business analytic projects for senior management, with financial modeling, data mining and presentation support Requirements Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting or finance, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. The base pay for this position is $71,300.00 - $142,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. By delivering lab-quality results in minutes, on just a few drops of blood, our i-STAT System fosters a collaborative, patient-centered environment while driving improved operational performance. 3+ years of finance experience to include roles of increasing responsibility in accounting and/or financeStrong Excel skills, demonstrate initiative, analytical thinking, critical-thinking and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated ability to provide data and analysis to support decision making, methodical approach to problem solving and rational ideas supporting them, ability to keep learning and to teach others, traditional accounting knowledge and facilitator of management needs, streamlining functions within the department and an efficient work ethic WHAT WE OFFER Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. What You Will Do Prepare financial analysis and reports (such as Plans, Latest Best Estimate (LBE's) and Long Range Projections (LRP)) for P&L and balance sheet metrics that meet the timing and quality of presentation requirements, facilitate management review and decision making while ensuring integrity of data and compliance with GAAP as well as Abbott's operating policiesMaintain an effective and efficient planning process for the division and functional areas being supported, including the coordination of a planning calendar with key dates and deliverablesDevelop flexible, comprehensive tools and templates to support the consolidation and timely completion of corporate schedules as well as develop system solutions and process improvements that meet the needs of the financial planning and/or reporting requirementsSupport the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by managing the reporting of monthly financial performance metrics such as: sales and expense variances, cash conversion cycle (CCC), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), etcProvide financial support to Global Marketing organization.

Supply Chain Specialist

Company: Catalent, Inc.

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Aug 25, 2023

The job posting is for a Supply Chain Specialist position at Catalent Cell & Gene Therapy, a global company that develops and manufactures new treatments for patients worldwide. The role involves planning, coordination, and execution of distribution of final drug product, and requires a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.

Strategic Partnerships Development Manager

Company: Acceleration Partners

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Sep 12, 2023

We evaluate applicants regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.LI-REMOTE*GLSDRLI-MG1 Acceleration Partners manages programs in 40+ countries for over 200 brands, including Redbubble, Crocs, ButcherBox, Renogy and Reebok. Acceleration Partners' fully remote global staff of 300+ creates what's next in the industry, building a balanced portfolio of high-performing partnerships for client brands that span from traditional affiliate to influencer, Performance PR, content, CTV, to innovative tech and financial partners. Executes recruitment strategy, including list building, outreach template and tracker. Acceleration Partners has received awards for its performance and exceptional culture, including "Best Agency" and "Best Team in Performance Marketing ("Performance Marketing Awards"), US Changemakers ("PerformanceIN"), "Best Workplaces" (Inc.), "Best Places to Work" (Glassdoor), and "Most Committed to Work-Life Balance" (Digiday).AP PERKS & BENEFITS - WHAT WE OFFER:100% remote work for everyoneGroup medical, dental, and vision coverage insurance (with opt-out benefits)401K with matchingOpen Paid Time OffSummer & Holiday company-wide shut-down weeks in July and DecemberVolunteer and Birthday Time OffFocus FridaysPaid Parental Leave BenefitsWellness, Technology & Education AllowancesPaid sabbatical leaves, donation matching, and more! Executes paid placement strategy, including negotiation of terms, campaign set-up, commission changes and coordinating communication with partners. Consistently able to communicate and push back when client goals are unrealistic without damaging relationships.Pitching Opportunities:Persuasiveness: Consistently demonstrates intellectual curiosity; challenges the status quo, regularly pitching and gaining approval on new, innovative and or out of box opportunities. Detail-oriented and persuasive.Proven record of success in a goal-oriented, highly accountable, fast-paced environment.Comfortable leading client-facing presentations.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a natural communicator and influencer.Self-motivated and self-directed creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge.WHY ACCELERATION PARTNERS?Founded in 2007, Acceleration Partners is the only truly integrated global partnerships agency and a six-time Global Performance Marketing Award (GPMA) winner in the "Best Affiliate and Partner Marketing Agency" category. Can manage difficult conversations with minimal support from manager.Cross-Department Collaboration:Sharing Best Practices: Has a track record of sharing new ideas and best practices with the Partnerships Team and Client Services to reach client goals more effectively.Risk Ownership and Escalation: Knows which issues need to be escalated and when; digs into the root cause and provides recommendations for next steps when flagging to manager.Partnerships Org Collaborator: Proactively shares ideas and issues across Partnerships org department and encourages others to do the same; provides upward feedback to appropriate leaders.QUALITIES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:Has strong aptitude for identifying digital strategies based on publisher business models.Quickly develops new relationships.Self-starter with a strong internal motivation to hit targets.Effective questioner with ability to dig beyond the surface.Emphasizes an incredible attention to detail and is capable of multi-tasking and coordinating several projects at once.Possesses the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Displays accountability, always meeting deadlines and keeping commitments.Knows how to collaborate with team members in a remote environment and across various time zones.Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing order to chaos.Can overcome roadblocks and take a solution-oriented approach to challenges.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing or related field, or relevant work experience required.Fluent in Spanish and/or German.3-5 years business development or relevant work experience (including account management, contract negotiations, marketing).Experience in Performance Marketing (particularly Affiliate Marketing) industry preferred.Proven track record in exceeding revenue goals.Effective communication and negotiation skills with ability to push back without damaging relationships. Always showcases the “why” and benefit the partnership with bring to the client based on data and/or relevant metrics.Publisher Vertical and Client Knowledge: Has a high level of knowledge across all publisher verticals; has a proven track record of addressing client questions and speaking to areas of opportunity from having a keen understanding of client and their competitors.Tenacity: Digs into the why behind a no/rejection; pushes back and has a track record of successfully overcoming objections; provides suggestions or alternatives based on thorough knowledge of the publisher and overall portfolio.Client Communication: Shares initial projections and paid media placement results with client to determine if the placement added value to the channel and/or performance of new publishers recruited into program.

Engineering Specialist

Company: Catalent, Inc.

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Sep 06, 2023

Catalent Cell and Gene Therapies is seeking an Engineering Specialist to support the readiness and reliability strategy for the cell therapy facility in Princeton, NJ. The role involves contributing to the success of Facilities, Process Equipment and Utility automated and control systems. The candidate will be responsible for completing assigned work scopes, developing SOPs, performing equipment data backups, and providing technical support. A BS in a technical field or relevant engineering experience is required, along with a minimum of 2 years in Biotech, Pharmaceutical or Specialty Chemical Industries. Catalent offers competitive benefits, including a 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision insurance, and Life insurance. The company is committed to a Patient First culture and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Strategic Partnerships Development Manager

Company: Acceleration Partners

Location: Princeton-Trenton

Posted Sep 12, 2023

Acceleration Partners, a global performance marketing agency, is seeking a Manager of Strategic Partnership Development. This remote role involves generating revenue, managing strategic partnerships, and providing strategic guidance to clients. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of business development experience, a proven track record in exceeding revenue goals, and strong communication and negotiation skills. The role offers a competitive benefits package, including 100% remote work, comprehensive health insurance, and paid parental leave. Acceleration Partners is committed to a diverse workforce and offers a range of perks and benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Princeton‑Trenton?
Princeton‑Trenton hosts roles for software engineers, data scientists, machine‑learning engineers, AI specialists, cybersecurity analysts, full‑stack developers, DevOps engineers, product managers, UX/UI designers, and IT support specialists. The region also offers niche positions in bioinformatics, fintech product development, and automotive‑software integration.
Is remote work common for tech roles in Princeton‑Trenton?
Many local companies, such as IBM, Verizon, and startups in the Princeton Research Park, offer hybrid schedules that blend office days with remote work. Full‑remote roles are common in biotech firms like Biogen and fintech startups, while on‑site positions remain prevalent for roles requiring close collaboration with research labs or manufacturing facilities.
Who are the major employers in the Princeton‑Trenton area?
Key employers include IBM Watson in Princeton, Verizon Wireless and Honeywell in Trenton, the Princeton Research Park’s portfolio of startups, Rutgers University's technology incubator, Biogen, Johnson & Johnson, and automotive‑tech providers such as Ford’s North Carolina plant’s software teams that collaborate with Trenton suppliers.
What are the salary expectations for tech positions in Princeton‑Trenton?
Tech salaries in Princeton‑Trenton typically range from $80,000–$110,000 for entry‑level software engineers, $110,000–$150,000 for mid‑level data scientists and product managers, and $150,000–$210,000 for senior software architects, AI specialists, and cybersecurity leads. Senior leadership roles can exceed $250,000, especially in IBM’s advanced analytics division.
How can I relocate to Princeton‑Trenton for tech work?
Start by researching housing options—Princeton’s median home price is high, but Trenton offers more affordable rentals or homes under $350,000. Leverage university career centers for networking events, attend local meetups such as Princeton Tech Meetup or Trenton Startup Week, and use job boards that list salary transparency. Consider cost‑of‑living calculators and negotiate relocation packages with employers.

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