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How much does Software Development Director make?
Total pay range
$176K - $297K/yr
$227K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$128K - $208K/yrBase pay
$48K - $89K/yrAdditional pay
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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 paying industry for Software Development Director in United States is Information Technology with a median total pay of $256,829.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for Software Development Director are Oracle, PTC, and NTT DATA.
Frequently asked questions about Director of Software Development salaries
The average salary for Director of Software Development is $226,818 per year or $109 per hour, with top earners making up to $375,526 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $175,653 (25th percentile) to $297,235 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 770 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Director of Software Development employees.
The highest salary for Director of Software Development is $297,235 per year, $24,770 per month or $143 per hour.
The lowest salary for Director of Software Development is $175,653 per year, $14,638 per month or $84 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Director of Software Development ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $155,707 per year (estimate) and goes up to $376,162 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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