Software engineer jobs in the United States (42,054 jobs)

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Counted Nov 8, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 42,054
Employers: 7,749

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / year: $145,045Across 9,899 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $61.53Across 1,565 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $130,692Across 42 listings
Average starting payUSD / month: $15,545Across 33 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 9%3,848 listings
Hybrid: 7%3,154 listings
On-site: 14%6,049 listings

Not specified: 69% (29,003 listings)

Employers hiring include Walmart (879), Akamai Technologies, Inc. (777), Lockheed Martin (606).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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BNSF Railway

Infrastructure Software Engineer II (Remote - US)

United States

Remote

Salary Range: $123,750 - $175,000

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Pay: Salary Range: $123,750 - $175,000
Workplace: Remote
Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence we are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. as a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

bnsf | tech: innovating and transforming the future of freight rail bnsf | tech is the technology division making BNSF the preeminent freight and mobility company in north america.

are you ready to drive change? if you are passionate about making a difference and eager to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment, we want you on our team! join us in reshaping the future of freight rail and discover a fulfilling career where your contributions matter.

we are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits

Job Location: REMOTE Anticipated Start Date: 01/12/2027

The US base salary range for this full-time position is provided below:

Salary Range: $123,750 - $175,000

The range represents the amount bnsf | tech reasonably expects to pay for the position based on the level, scope, and responsibilities of the role. Individual compensation and level of position offered is determined by the hiring location and additional factors including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.

This is a full-time remote position. Employees may work from anywhere within the contiguous 48 states of the United States

Travel is up to 20%. Employees will be required to occasionally travel to our corporate headquarters in Fort Worth, TX for in person meetings. Travel expenses for business needs will be covered by BNSF.

This position is open to candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States. We are also open to sponsoring H-1B transfers, TN nonimmigrant status, and STEM OPT candidates with at least 2 years of remaining eligibility.

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

infrastructure: build rail’s first hybrid cloud to enable millions of freight transactions a day with an open-source stack that delivers the lowest unit cost of technology.

Key responsibilities may include:

This is a full stack infrastructure engineering role, involving backend services, APIs, and developer-facing tooling for our infrastructure and platform services

Develop and operate Kubernetes-native systems using GitOps workflows Build and operate infrastructure as code, automation, and observability tools and services Collaborate with internal application teams to improve platform usability and feedback Help design and run systems that scale across data centers, edge devices, and cloud environments

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Basic Qualifications

Authorized to work in the US
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Experience with IaaS, PaaS, Open NOS, Service Mesh, block/object storage, Containers, Linux,SQL, or NoSQL DBs
Proficiency in modern programming languages used in infrastructure (e.g. Go, Python, and Java)
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and DevOps practices
Interest in open-source infrastructure and developer platforms
Familiarity with observability stacks (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry)
Experience with secure coding practices and infrastructure security principles
Familiarity with secrets management and identity and access control
Ability to work in cross-functional teams and communicate with stakeholders
Experience participating in design reviews, incident retrospectives, or RFC processes
Demonstrated ability to learn new technical concepts and to adapt to new technologies quickly
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science or a related field
Engineering experience with a public IaaS company (AWS, Digital Ocean, GCP, CoreWeave,etc.)
Experience running infrastructure platforms in production such as OpenStack, Ceph, Kubernetes, DBaaS, service mesh, and API gateways
Experience with edge systems and hybrid environments
Familiarity with developer tooling as a builder and/or user
Interest in sustainable infrastructure and cost/resource awareness
Familiarity with frameworks like React, Angular, Node.js, Spring Boot
Familiarity with container-based development
Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status)

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
Generous leave / time off policies.
For more information, visit Benefits.

Please be aware of potential fraud that can occur when searching for new career opportunities. Please review our FAQ for more information and awareness. All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. SF: MO | [[mfield5]] | bnsf tech | REMOTE, US | 76131

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