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 5 paying industries for Senior Software Developer in United States are Financial Services with a median total pay of $162,952, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation with a median total pay of $162,102, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $160,906, Hotels & Travel Accommodation with a median total pay of $153,980, and Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $153,134.
Financial Services
Top paying companies in Financial Services for Senior Software Developer are Citadel, William Blair, and PIMCO.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Software Developer salaries
The average salary for Senior Software Developer is $178,414 per year or $86 per hour, with top earners making up to $274,914 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $143,502 (25th percentile) to $224,763 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 56940 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Software Developer employees.
The highest salary for Senior Software Developer is $224,763 per year, $18,730 per month or $108 per hour.
The lowest salary for Senior Software Developer is $143,502 per year, $11,958 per month or $69 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Senior Software Developer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $121,575 per year (estimate) and goes up to $375,635 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Wayfair
Wells Fargo
The Home Depot
Intel Corporation
MathWorks