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.
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Top paying industries
The top 4 paying industries for Principal Software Development Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $280,027, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $210,828, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $207,585 and Financial Services with a median total pay of $202,974.
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Top paying companies in Information Technology for Principal Software Development Engineer are Twitch, Amazon, and Amazon Web Services.
Frequently asked questions about Principal Software Development Engineer salaries
The average salary for Principal Software Development Engineer is $247,551 per year or $119 per hour, with top earners making up to $373,046 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $202,179 (25th percentile) to $308,283 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1885 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Principal Software Development Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Principal Software Development Engineer is $308,283 per year, $25,690 per month or $148 per hour.
The lowest salary for Principal Software Development Engineer is $202,179 per year, $16,848 per month or $97 per hour.
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