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# Waltham, MA Jobs — Salary & Top Employers

**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:** 1,235

**Hiring momentum:** +1.5% — 269 new postings in the last 28 days vs 265 in the 28 days before, on career sites tracked through both periods
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 2,127
- Median salary: $113K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $67K – $170K
- Remote share: 9.4%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 2,127 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Waltham, MA runs 61% above the United States median ($113K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Waltham, MA: Software Development (14% of all postings), followed by Biotechnology Research and Hospitals and Health Care.
- New postings for Waltham, MA held steady in the last 28 days (269 vs 265 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 Waltham, MA

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Software Development | 307 | $141K |
| Biotechnology Research | 271 | $174K |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 217 | $83K |
| Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 199 | $132K |
| Defense & Space | 186 | $170K |
| Retail | 67 | $37K |
| Machinery Manufacturing | 64 | $150K |
| Mental Health Care | 59 | — |
| Civil Engineering | 51 | $81K |
| Retail Groceries | 44 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Waltham, MA

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Software Developer / Engineer | 103 | $171K |
| Medical Director | 49 | — |
| Product Manager | 46 | $191K |
| Process Development Scientist | 45 | $108K |
| Business Development Representative | 42 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 35 | — |
| Mechanical Engineer | 30 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Waltham, MA

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [ZoomInfo Jobs & Careers — GTM Intelligence Software](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/zoominfo?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 125 |
| [AbbVie Jobs & Careers — Biopharmaceuticals](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/abbvie?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 70 |
| [Albertsons Companies Jobs & Careers — Grocery Retail](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/albertsons-companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 44 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 188 employers filed 583 petitions; 13% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Waltham, MA

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| Brandeis University | 30 | $91K |
| Apple | 39 | — |
| National Grid | 21 | — |
| Pegasystems | 20 | — |
| Boston Dynamics | 20 | — |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Waltham, MA?

Technology, finance, healthcare, education, life sciences, and business services are among the strongest hiring sectors in Waltham. Its Route 128 location makes it a major suburban office market rather than a city driven mostly by retail or local services.
### What certifications help in Waltham's top industries?

Useful credentials in Waltham depend on the role, but cloud, analytics, finance, and project management certifications can improve visibility. Employers still prioritize direct experience, yet the right credential can help candidates stand out in competitive office and technical hiring.
### Who are the top employers hiring in Waltham, MA?

Top employers in Waltham often include technology firms, financial services companies, healthcare organizations, universities, and professional services employers. The employer section on this page reflects live openings, which makes it useful for spotting active hiring instead of relying on reputation alone.
### Are remote jobs common in Waltham, MA?

Remote and hybrid jobs are common in Waltham for software, finance, support, and many business operations roles. On-site work remains important in labs, facilities, some healthcare functions, and roles tied closely to client sites or campus operations.
### What is the typical salary for jobs in Waltham, MA?

Waltham salaries often run above many Massachusetts markets because office, technology, finance, and specialized professional roles make up a large share of hiring. The salary benchmarks on this page help compare current median pay across both technical and support functions.
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