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How much does Senior Software Development Manager make?
Total pay range
$194K - $306K/yr
$242K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$142K - $210K/yrBase pay
$51K - $96K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025813 Salaries submitted
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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.
Top paying industries
The top 4 paying industries for Senior Software Development Manager in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $276,899, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $229,811, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $211,344 and Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $207,175.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Senior Software Development Manager are Amazon, Amazon Web Services, and Intuit.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Software Development Manager salaries
The average salary for Senior Software Development Manager is $241,557 per year or $116 per hour, with top earners making up to $375,807 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $193,826 (25th percentile) to $306,140 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 813 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Software Development Manager employees.
The highest salary for Senior Software Development Manager is $306,140 per year, $25,512 per month or $147 per hour.
The lowest salary for Senior Software Development Manager is $193,826 per year, $16,152 per month or $93 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Senior Software Development Manager ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $153,671 per year (estimate) and goes up to $477,358 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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