Frequently asked questions about Linux Kernel Software Engineer salaries
The average salary for Linux Kernel Software Engineer is $207,347 per year or $100 per hour, with top earners making up to $311,374 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $169,566 (25th percentile) to $257,695 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 7 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Linux Kernel Software Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Linux Kernel Software Engineer is $257,695 per year, $21,475 per month or $124 per hour.
The lowest salary for Linux Kernel Software Engineer is $169,566 per year, $14,130 per month or $82 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Linux Kernel Software Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $150,342 per year (estimate) and goes up to $369,898 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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