LexisNexis Risk Solutions employees working as Principal Software Engineer in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 2 ratings. This is in line with the average of Principal Software Engineer professionals at LexisNexis Risk Solutions worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Principal Software Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $153,357 per year (estimate) and goes up to $476,085 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Principal Software Engineer at LexisNexis Risk Solutions is $286,092 per year or $138 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $454,230 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $227,549 (25th percentile) and $366,894 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 11 salaries submitted by LexisNexis Risk Solutions Principal Software Engineer professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Principal Software Engineer professionals typically earn between $109 and $176 per hour.
Principal Software Engineer professionals typically earn between $18,962 and $30,575 monthly.