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Project Manager Software Systems Engineer: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does Project Manager Software Systems Engineer make?
Total pay range
$135K - $210K/yr
$167K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$110K - $163K/yrBase pay
$25K - $47K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 202515 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Product & Project Management?
Product and project management roles help companies operate efficiently, run programs and develop new products. Organization and communication skills are important for product and project managers. Experience and specialization within specific markets or products can help job seekers stand out. Additionally, product and project management roles are very diverse, so data, design or market research skills can help open up more opportunities.
Frequently asked questions about Project Manager, Software Systems Engineer salaries
The average salary for Project Manager, Software Systems Engineer is $167,185 per year or $80 per hour, with top earners making up to $255,809 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $134,856 (25th percentile) to $209,762 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 15 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Project Manager, Software Systems Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Project Manager, Software Systems Engineer is $209,762 per year, $17,480 per month or $101 per hour.
The lowest salary for Project Manager, Software Systems Engineer is $134,856 per year, $11,238 per month or $65 per hour.
Popular companies for Project Manager Software Systems Engineers
Unify
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