Target employees working as Lead Engineer in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 1.8 out of 5 stars, based on 29 ratings. This is 49% lower than the average of Lead Engineer professionals at Target worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Lead Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $94,397 per year (estimate) and goes up to $378,875 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Lead Engineer at Target is $194,727 per year or $94 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $310,298 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $153,881 (25th percentile) and $249,887 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 451 salaries submitted by Target Lead Engineer professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Lead Engineer professionals typically earn between $74 and $120 per hour.
Lead Engineer professionals typically earn between $12,823 and $20,824 monthly.