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Frequently asked questions about Lead Software Development Engineer salaries
The average salary for Lead Software Development Engineer is $204,044 per year or $98 per hour, with top earners making up to $307,475 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $166,465 (25th percentile) to $254,050 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 706 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Lead Software Development Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Lead Software Development Engineer is $254,050 per year, $21,171 per month or $122 per hour.
The lowest salary for Lead Software Development Engineer is $166,465 per year, $13,872 per month or $80 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Lead Software Development Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $153,181 per year (estimate) and goes up to $475,372 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Lead Software Development Engineer in are Information Technology with a median total pay of $230,789, Retail & Wholesale with a median total pay of $175,519, Financial Services with a median total pay of $172,593, Insurance with a median total pay of $170,825, and Transportation & Logistics with a median total pay of $167,568.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Lead Software Development Engineer are RealNetworks, Microsoft, and iSoftStone.
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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.
