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 paying industry for Lead Software Architect in United States is Information Technology with a median total pay of $195,184.
Information Technology
The top paying company in Information Technology for Lead Software Architect is OpenText.
Frequently asked questions about Lead Software Architect salaries
The average salary for Lead Software Architect is $261,750 per year or $126 per hour, with top earners making up to $423,957 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $205,331 (25th percentile) to $339,078 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 147 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Lead Software Architect employees.
The highest salary for Lead Software Architect is $339,078 per year, $28,257 per month or $163 per hour.
The lowest salary for Lead Software Architect is $205,331 per year, $17,111 per month or $99 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Lead Software Architect ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $180,082 per year (estimate) and goes up to $356,208 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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