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Senior software engineer salary in Silicon Valley, CA

How much does a Senior Software Engineer make in Silicon Valley, CA?

Average base salary

$135,789
same
as national average
Average $135,789
Low $109,956
High $167,691
Cash bonus
$12,250per year
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a senior software engineer is $135,789 per year in Silicon Valley, CA and $12,250 cash bonus per year.3 salaries reported, updated at June 1, 2023

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Top companies for Senior Software Engineers in Silicon Valley, CA

  1. Netflix
    3.9
    740 reviews12 salaries reported
    $399,457per year
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Highest paying cities for Senior Software Engineers near Silicon Valley, CA

  1. Palo Alto, CA
    $172,434 per year
    252 salaries reported
  2. San Francisco, CA
    $171,489 per year
    1.6k salaries reported
  3. Sunnyvale, CA
    $169,217 per year
    424 salaries reported
  1. Redwood City, CA
    $166,400 per year
    174 salaries reported
  2. Fremont, CA
    $161,943 per year
    90 salaries reported
  3. San Jose, CA
    $157,983 per year
    459 salaries reported
  1. Irvine, CA
    $154,493 per year
    296 salaries reported
  2. San Diego, CA
    $146,839 per year
    667 salaries reported
  3. El Segundo, CA
    $144,521 per year
    119 salaries reported
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Most common benefits for Senior Software Engineers

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Commuter assistance
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Food provided
  • Free parking
  • Gym membership
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Pet insurance
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Stock options
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Work from home
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 1,121 ratings

74% of Senior Software Engineers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Silicon Valley, CA?

Entry Level Software Engineer

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Average $95,135 per year

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Common questions about salaries for a Senior Software Engineer

Is a Senior Software Engineer job a full-time job?

In most of companies it is a full-time job, but some companies allow freelancing or remote working as well.

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