Senior Software Engineer Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Sales Advisor - Sony Military

Company: ActionLink

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Maintain business communication with Area Manager via occasional phone calls, web meetings, and/or emails. Our Sony Sales Advisors serve as in-store experts,…

Customer Service Representative $20/hr

Company: Best Buy Health

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 24, 2025

Respond to high volume of inbound calls from new and/or existing subscribers, handling caller needs. To thrive in this role, the Advisor must be able to listen…

Data Analyst

Company: Apple

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Ability to understand and explain complex business processes, systems, and tools with a specific focus on upstream/downstream impact; understands the…

Senior Designer - Web & Graphics (On-Site)

Company: Goodwill San Antonio

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 23, 2025

For roles requiring driving, a valid driver’s license, insurance, and ability to travel as needed is required. Experience mentoring or leading junior creatives.

AI Solutions Architect, Data Solutions & Initiatives

Company: Apple

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Aug 24, 2025

We are seeking a hands-on AI Solutions Architect with deep technical expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI who can design, prototype, and…

Software Build Engineer

Company: Apple

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 24, 2025

Demonstrate willingness to ask for clarification and context to understand the big picture - Find multiple solutions to a problem, evaluate tradeoffs, and…

RESEARCH DATA ANALYST II

Company: Public Utilities Commission

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Collect, verify, analyze, and visualize broadband data, perform evaluation, analysis, and research of data for various projects; design and maintain GIS mapping…

Senior Automation Engineer

Company: Amazon.com

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, automation engineering, or equivalent, or 4+ years of PLC programming or automation engineering…

Manager of Marketing

Company: Onward Search

Location: Long Beach, CA

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Create top-tier tools and assets to elevate brand positioning, including social sharing tools and offline materials. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

Software Build Engineer

Company: Apple

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 24, 2025

Demonstrate willingness to ask for clarification and context to understand the big picture - Find multiple solutions to a problem, evaluate tradeoffs, and…

Information Assurance Analyst, Mid

Company: Booz Allen

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Experience with systems engineering, including system assessment, design definition, system specifications, integration and interoperability, T&E, and logistics…

Assistant Controller

Company: MPOWERHealth

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Help develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and best practices to enhance operational…

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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