Computer Engineering, B.S.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Computer Engineering, B.S. go on to work in these industries among others.
Defense
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Computer Systems Engineer | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Systems Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Software Engineer | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Hardware Engineer | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Staff Software Engineer | $ 150,000 + |
| Senior Software Engineer | $ 140,000 - $ 149,000 |
| Senior Principal Systems Engineer | $ 150,000 + |
| Senior Principal Electrical Engineer II | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000 |
| Senior Software Developer | $ 140,000 - $ 149,000 |
Manufacturing
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Controls System Engineer | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000 |
| Associate Electrical Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Hardware Engineer | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Embedded Software Engineer | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000 |
| Specialist Software Engineer | $ 130,000 - $ 139,000 |
| Senior Product Engineer | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000 |
| Director of Engineering | $ 150,000 + |
| Principal Engineer | $ 150,000 + |
Technology
Entry Level - new to the industry
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Hardware Engineer | $ 100,000 - $ 109,000 |
| Engineer | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Associate Software Engineer | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000 |
| Program Manager | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
| Job Title | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Software Engineering Manager | $ 150,000 + |
| Senior Principal Engineer | $ 150,000 + |
| Senior Software Engineer | $ 140,000 - $ 149,000 |
| Senior Desktop Engineer | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000 |
| Chief Technology Officer | $ 150,000 + |
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Computer Engineering, B.S. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
Johns Hopkins | University of Rhode Island | Istanbul Technical University | University of San Diego | Worcester Polytechnic Institute | Georgia Institute of Technology | Queens University | Carnegie Mellon University | Virginia Tech | New Jersey Institute of Technology
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
General Dynamics Electric Boat | Naval Undersea Warfare Center | The TJX Companies | Citizens Bank | DellEMC | Raytheon Technologies | Seacorp | Infosys | Eze Software | Electro Standards Laboratories | EaglePicher Technologies | Systems and Technology Research | The Allied Group | XMOS | Fidelity Investments | Bay Computer Associates, Inc. | Zebra Technologies Corporation | Amazon.com | Northrup Grumman | Google
What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?
Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.
Career Readiness for All Majors:
- Critical thinking
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Digital technology
- Professionalism
- Career and self development
- Equity and inclusion
Computer Engineering, B.S. Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Programming Languages
- Software Engineering
- Hardware Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Architecture
Contact
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