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# Jobs in Needham, MA — Jobs & Salary Outlook

**State:** [Massachusetts Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/massachusetts?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Country:** [Top Job Trends By Locations](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown)
**Open jobs:** 390

**Hiring momentum:** -17.6% — 145 new postings in the last 28 days vs 176 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 740
- Median salary: $94K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $63K – $145K
- Remote share: 4.3%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 740 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Industries with the most postings in Needham, MA: Electronics Manufacturing (43% of all postings), followed by Biotechnology Research and Diversified Financial Services.
- Pay in Needham, MA runs 34% above the United States median ($94K vs $70K).
- New postings for Needham, MA fell 18% in the last 28 days (145 vs 176 in the 28 days before).

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Needham, MA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics Manufacturing | 316 | $112K |
| Biotechnology Research | 57 | $195K |
| Financial Services | 54 | $115K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 47 | — |
| Retail | 35 | — |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 45 employers filed 133 petitions; 5% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Needham, MA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington Management | 40 | $161K |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | 28 | — |
| SharkNinja | 13 | — |
| Advisor360° | 7 | — |
| Sanofi | 2 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Norwood, MA — Hiring Now](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/massachusetts/norwood?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 6.4 mi | 572 | $82K |
| [Waltham, MA Jobs — Salary & Top Employers](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/massachusetts/waltham?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 6.4 mi | 2127 | $113K |

[All H1B sponsors in Needham, MA](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors/needham-ma?utm_source=ai_markdown)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Who are the top employers hiring in Needham, MA?

Top employers around Needham often include healthcare organizations, schools, business services firms, and technology-focused employers along the Route 128 belt. The employer section on this page is useful because it reflects current posting activity rather than a static employer list.
### How does Needham compare to Waltham or Boston for jobs?

Needham has a smaller local market than Waltham or Boston, but it sits close to both and shares many commuting patterns. Candidates looking for office, healthcare, and technology roles often treat those nearby cities as part of one connected search area.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Needham, MA?

Needham salaries tend to reflect a mix of suburban professional roles, healthcare positions, and education-related work. Technical, clinical, and management jobs usually pay above front-line service roles, and the salary benchmarks on this page help compare those differences directly.
### Are remote jobs common in Needham, MA?

Remote and hybrid jobs are available in Needham, especially in administration, finance, support, and some technology roles. Healthcare, education, facilities, and many client-facing service jobs are still more likely to require regular in-person attendance.
### How can I expand my search beyond Needham, MA?

Use the nearby cities section to compare openings across the Route 128 corridor and the western side of Greater Boston. You can also browse the <a href="/locations/massachusetts">Massachusetts jobs page</a> to widen your search across the state.
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