Frequently asked questions about Software Development Programmer salaries
The average salary for Software Development Programmer is $113,794 per year or $55 per hour, with top earners making up to $189,075 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $87,718 (25th percentile) to $149,220 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 126 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Development Programmer employees.
The highest salary for Software Development Programmer is $149,220 per year, $12,435 per month or $72 per hour.
The lowest salary for Software Development Programmer is $87,718 per year, $7,310 per month or $42 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Software Development Programmer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $121,039 per year (estimate) and goes up to $341,358 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
How much does Software Development Programmer make?
Total pay range
$88K - $149K/yr
$114K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$70K - $116K/yrBase pay
$18K - $33K/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 Programmer in United States is Information Technology with a median total pay of $106,661.
Information Technology
The top paying company in Information Technology for Software Development Programmer is Esri.
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