MSC Software employees working as Development Engineer I in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on 2 ratings. This is 28% higher than the average of Development Engineer I professionals at MSC Software worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Development Engineer I ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $0 per year (estimate) and goes up to $0 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Development Engineer I at MSC Software is $127,288 per year or $61 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $181,654 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $106,836 (25th percentile) and $153,797 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 4 salaries submitted by MSC Software Development Engineer I professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Development Engineer I professionals typically earn between $51 and $74 per hour.
Development Engineer I professionals typically earn between $8,903 and $12,816 monthly.