How to hire a software integrator engineer

How to hire a software integrator engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step software integrator engineer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a software integrator engineer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new software integrator engineer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a software integrator engineer do?

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a software integrator engineer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a software integrator engineer to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a software integrator engineer that fits the bill.

   This list presents software integrator engineer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Software Integrator Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   Software Integrator Engineer	Software developers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device... Show more	$37-64
   Software Analyst	A software analyst is responsible for creating and designing software programs and applications, as well as modifying existing ones for optimization according to business requirements. Software analysts work with the technical team to draw system codes, analyze programming languages, and ensure the stability and efficiency of software navigation by running multiple quality checks to the system... Show more	$29-47
   Lead Software Developer	A lead software developer is responsible for creating and designing software applications and systems to support business functions and client requirements. Lead software developers analyze specifications to build efficient applications, conduct multiple quality testing, and enhance the user's interface... Show more	$41-72

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Java
   • Python
   • Software Development
   • Linux
   • Software Integration
   • GIT
   • Jenkins
   • Cloud
   • Debugging
   • C
   • C++
   • API
   • Perl
   • Configuration Management

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage upgrading, troubleshooting, ETL and reporting development, and resolve multiple software defects with the Pentaho development team.
   • Contribute to implementing microservices used to manage entities and maintain a synchronize state between supplier and distributor.
   • Edit PHP files of the web application.
   • Specialize UI creation utilizing the User32.dll library.
   • Maintain .NET XML gateway solution for customer submit data.
   • Load balance jobs run by Jenkins instances on multiple Ubuntu servers.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your software integrator engineer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A software integrator engineer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, software integrator engineers' average salary in hawaii is 43% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level software integrator engineers 41% less than senior-level software integrator engineers.
   • Certifications. A software integrator engineer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a software integrator engineer's salary.

   Average software integrator engineer salary

   $103,622yearly

   $49.82 hourly rate

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   Entry-level software integrator engineer salary

   $79,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average software integrator engineer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$138,301	$66
   2	District of Columbia	$111,842	$54
   3	New York	$107,677	$52
   4	Washington	$103,744	$50
   5	Oregon	$100,822	$48
   6	Massachusetts	$99,214	$48
   7	Arizona	$98,909	$48
   8	Utah	$96,088	$46
   9	Virginia	$94,721	$46
   10	Maryland	$92,085	$44
   11	Texas	$91,616	$44
   12	Michigan	$91,330	$44
   13	Wisconsin	$89,858	$43
   14	Colorado	$87,813	$42
   15	Georgia	$86,915	$42
   16	Alabama	$78,295	$38

   Average software integrator engineer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Apple	$144,503	$69.47	534
   2	ByteDance	$137,235	$65.98	22
   3	PayPal	$134,094	$64.47	13
   4	Algolia	$133,109	$63.99	2
   5	Datadog	$131,405	$63.18	31
   6	Zoox	$127,962	$61.52	117
   7	DocuSign	$127,443	$61.27	7
   8	Twilio	$126,918	$61.02	4
   9	NVIDIA	$126,483	$60.81	67
   10	Argo AI	$125,220	$60.20
   11	Juniper Networks	$124,527	$59.87
   12	JPMorgan Chase & Co.	$124,096	$59.66	999
   13	TIBCO Software	$123,821	$59.53
   14	Rivian	$123,764	$59.50	38
   15	Walmart	$123,469	$59.36	466
   16	Crown Castle International	$123,309	$59.28
   17	Yahoo	$122,381	$58.84
   18	Genentech	$122,280	$58.79	28
   19	ServiceNow	$122,213	$58.76	59
   20	J.P. Morgan	$121,250	$58.29

4. Writing a software integrator engineer job description

   A good software integrator engineer job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a software integrator engineer job description:

   Software integrator engineer job description example

   We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and design the first functional jetpack. We were aboard NASA's first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we are defining the future of on-demand mobility. At Bell, we are proud to be an iconic company with superb talent, rapidly creating novel and coveted vertical lift experiences.
   Software Integration Engineer:
   
   Bell is seeking a passionate Software Integration Engineer with a strong technical background to architect and integrate software solutions for Bell's Innovation Lab . In this role, you will have opportunities to work on multiple technology solutions, ranging from integrating aircraft physics engines, novel hardware, and immersive game engines, as well as developing data acquisition and analysis capabilities to enable enhanced insights within the lab.
   
   This position will be located at Bell's headquarters' facility in Ft. Worth, TX.
   
   Responsibilities:
   
   Our lab explores a range of Innovative areas that are applicable to the Aerospace Industry, both military and commercial. The lab relies on a number of diverse technologies ranging from advanced game engines, propriety physics models, human-machine interface (HMI) hardware and high-performance compute. A successful candidate is expected to: Analyze customer needs and work with other domain experts, participate in architecture, interface and capability requirements generation and lead integration, verification, and validation activities within the lab. Work with internal and external developers, and subject matter experts to build new systems and integrate existing systems into a customer driven solution. Explore, learn, and apply new technologies to ensure the lab can address internal and external customer needs. Work on multiple projects in fast-paced team environment to satisfy internal and external customer needs.
   
   Education Requirements: B.S. degree is required in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent is preferred Position Requirements: Minimum 6 years of related experience Software development experience in one or more object-oriented languages (Python, C#, Java, C++ or similar). Knowledge of networking technologies to create distributed systems (e.g. MQTT, HTTP, UDP/TCP, CIGI, etc.) Familiarity with one or more data manipulation and analysis tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, R). Experience with Parallel computing (multithreading, multiprocessing, GPU computing). Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of embedded systems and the unique challenges they present Experience using Unity to build interactive applications General knowledge of artificial intelligence concepts (solving problems by searching, optimization/genetic algorithms, decision making). Familiar with one or more JavaScript frameworks (Node, Angular, React, etc.). Understanding of service-oriented architecture (REST API HTTP operations, HTTP-triggered serverless functions such as Azure Functions or AWS Lambda). Experience with one or more cloud services such as Microsoft Azure or AWS. Textron Relocation Assistance policy is in effect / applies for this position for candidates who qualify
   
   Don't miss the chance to join a diverse, inclusive environment where you feel a sense of belonging. As a member of our global workforce, you will collaborate with dedicated, enthusiastic teams where unique experiences, backgrounds and ideas combined with a strong passion for our products take us above and beyond flight. #CJ

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find software integrator engineers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your software integrator engineer job on Zippia to find and attract quality software integrator engineer candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit software integrator engineers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview software integrator engineer candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new software integrator engineer

   Once you've decided on a perfect software integrator engineer candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new software integrator engineer first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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