Even as an entry-level software engineer, you may be required to develop software, write and test source code, conduct software protocol analyses and work alongside a technically diverse team on testing and reporting. Your day-to-day will typically entail working with a senior-level researcher to develop algorithms, assess and interpret complex data via tables and graphs, develop research programs in hierarchical neural networks and more. $88,976 Typical minimum education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software development or a related field