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How much does Principal Full Stack Engineer make?
Total pay range
$182K - $286K/yr
$226K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$137K - $203K/yrBase pay
$45K - $83K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 202543 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Top paying industries
The top paying industry for Principal Full Stack Engineer in United States is Financial Services with a median total pay of $205,997.
Financial Services
The top paying company in Financial Services for Principal Full Stack Engineer is Fidelity Investments.
Recent salaries shared by Principal Full Stack Engineer
7 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Principal Full Stack Engineer
|
10-14 years
$213K/yr
($156K • $57K)
Westlake, TX
submitted on Feb 7, 2026
$213K/yr
$156K • $57K
Principal Full Stack Engineer
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7-9 years
$188K/yr
($146K • $42K)
Smithfield, RI
submitted on Aug 14, 2025
$188K/yr
$146K • $42K
Principal Full Stack Engineer
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15+ years
$157K/yr
($151K • $6K)
Pittsburgh, PA
submitted on Nov 12, 2024
$157K/yr
$151K • $6K
Principal Full Stack Engineer
|
7-9 years
$137K - $159K/yr
Westlake, TX
submitted on Oct 15, 2024
$137K - $159K/yr
Principal Full Stack Engineer
|
10-14 years
$183K/yr
($183K • $0)
Boston, MA
submitted on Jun 28, 2024
$183K/yr
$183K • $0
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Frequently asked questions about Principal Full Stack Engineer salaries
The average salary for Principal Full Stack Engineer is $226,492 per year or $109 per hour, with top earners making up to $350,427 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $182,127 (25th percentile) to $286,115 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 43 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Principal Full Stack Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Principal Full Stack Engineer is $286,115 per year, $23,843 per month or $138 per hour.
The lowest salary for Principal Full Stack Engineer is $182,127 per year, $15,177 per month or $88 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Principal Full Stack Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $120,172 per year (estimate) and goes up to $284,618 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.