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How much does Software Engineer Sr make?
Total pay range
$158K - $239K/yr
$193K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$123K - $173K/yrBase pay
$36K - $66K/yrAdditional pay
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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 2 paying industries for Software Engineer Sr in United States are Healthcare with a median total pay of $158,888 and Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $151,081.
Healthcare
The top paying company in Healthcare for Software Engineer Sr is Elevance Health.
Frequently asked questions about Sr. Software Engineer salaries
The average salary for Sr. Software Engineer is $193,094 per year or $93 per hour, with top earners making up to $288,062 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $158,437 (25th percentile) to $239,099 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 11630 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Sr. Software Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Sr. Software Engineer is $239,099 per year, $19,925 per month or $115 per hour.
The lowest salary for Sr. Software Engineer is $158,437 per year, $13,203 per month or $76 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Sr. Software Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $153,436 per year (estimate) and goes up to $384,584 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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