Senior Software Engineer Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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ASIC Engineer, Design

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Data Engineer, Product Analytics

Company: Meta

Location: San Mateo, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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J.P. Morgan Advisors - Senior Client Associate - Palo Alto, CA

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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open-source standard for Data Movement 10000+ connectors built by customers 200000+ companies installed Airbyte

Solutions Architect

Company: Airbyte

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Airbyte, an open-source data movement platform, is seeking a Solution Architect to help customers implement and adopt their products. The role involves technical implementation, client engagement, cross-departmental collaboration, and advocacy. The company has raised $181M from top investors and offers a competitive compensation package, including unlimited PTO, parental leave, sponsored travel, and a generous equity package. Airbyte is committed to providing context to employees and candidates, with open access to company handbooks and resources.

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Silicon Architect

Company: Meta

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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UI Engineer

Company: Salesforce

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Enterprise Account Executive, Corporates-west coast

Company: Thomson Reuters

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Research Scientist Intern (PICO-Computational Imaging and Human Perception) - 2025 Summer/Fall (PhD)

Company: TikTok

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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RN Clinical Coding Nurse Consultant WellMed San Antonio Texas

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Manufacturing Engineer/ Principal Manufacturing Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Goleta, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Worldwide Sales Content Lead

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Director, Business Development

Company: EPAM Systems

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Senior Software Engineers?
In the U.S., Senior Software Engineers earn between $120,000 and $200,000 annually, depending on location and tech stack. In Europe, the range is €70,000–€110,000, while in India it spans ₹12,00,000–₹25,00,000. Companies factoring in advanced skills like Kubernetes, Terraform, or AI/ML often push the upper end of these brackets.
Which skills and certifications do Senior Software Engineers need?
Core languages include Go, Java, Python, TypeScript, and Rust. Must‑have tools are Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions, and Prometheus. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, and Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) significantly boost employability.
How common is remote work for Senior Software Engineer roles?
Over 70% of senior engineering positions on the board offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements. Companies in the tech and fintech sectors prioritize flexibility, enabling engineers to work from any location while maintaining collaboration through Slack, Zoom, and remote‑first design reviews.
What career progression paths exist beyond Senior Software Engineer?
Typical trajectories include Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer, Distinguished Engineer, and Engineering Manager. Advancement often requires leadership in system design, cross‑team mentorship, and ownership of high‑impact projects, as well as contributions to open source or industry standards.
What industry trends are shaping Senior Software Engineer roles today?
Emerging trends include AI‑driven observability, serverless and edge computing, multi‑cloud orchestration, and infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC). Engineers who master cloud‑native patterns, continuous delivery, and data‑centric AI model deployment are in the highest demand.

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