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How much does Chief Software Engineer make?
Total pay range
$200K - $338K/yr
$258K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$133K - $214K/yrBase pay
$67K - $124K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025106 Salaries submitted
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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 Chief Software Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $272,016 and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $209,174.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Chief Software Engineer are Visa Inc. and EPAM Systems.
Frequently asked questions about Chief Software Engineer salaries
The average salary for Chief Software Engineer is $257,895 per year or $124 per hour, with top earners making up to $427,350 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $200,117 (25th percentile) to $338,477 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 106 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Chief Software Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Chief Software Engineer is $338,477 per year, $28,206 per month or $163 per hour.
The lowest salary for Chief Software Engineer is $200,117 per year, $16,676 per month or $96 per hour.