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How much does Software Development Engineer I make?
Total pay range
$116K - $156K/yr
$133K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$95K - $118K/yrBase pay
$20K - $38K/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 5 paying industries for Software Development Engineer I in United States are Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $124,540, Information Technology with a median total pay of $121,596, Financial Services with a median total pay of $120,244, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $118,860, and Media & Communication with a median total pay of $111,963.
Management & Consulting
Top paying companies in Management & Consulting for Software Development Engineer I are Goodreads and Experian.
Frequently asked questions about Software Development Engineer salaries
The average salary for Software Development Engineer is $133,211 per year or $64 per hour, with top earners making up to $180,023 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $115,523 (25th percentile) to $156,229 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 38054 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Development Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Software Development Engineer is $156,229 per year, $13,019 per month or $75 per hour.
The lowest salary for Software Development Engineer is $115,523 per year, $9,627 per month or $56 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Software Development Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $150,432 per year (estimate) and goes up to $370,057 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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