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How much does Senior Development Engineer make?
Total pay range
$170K - $263K/yr
$210K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$128K - $184K/yrBase pay
$42K - $79K/yrAdditional pay
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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 5 paying industries for Senior Development Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $188,201, Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $168,403, Energy, Mining & Utilities with a median total pay of $168,029, Retail & Wholesale with a median total pay of $162,719, and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $148,261.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Development Engineer salaries
The average salary for Senior Development Engineer is $209,988 per year or $101 per hour, with top earners making up to $319,876 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $170,437 (25th percentile) to $263,052 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 698 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Development Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Senior Development Engineer is $263,052 per year, $21,921 per month or $126 per hour.
The lowest salary for Senior Development Engineer is $170,437 per year, $14,203 per month or $82 per hour.
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