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Senior software engineer salary in United States

How much does a Senior Software Engineer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$145,224
Average $145,224
Low $92,788
High $227,291
Cash bonus
$8,000per year
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a senior software engineer is $145,224 per year in the United States and $8,000 cash bonus per year.30.1k salaries reported, updated at November 25, 2023

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Top companies for Senior Software Engineers in United States

  1. Google
    4.3
    5,095 reviews558 salaries reported
    $184,856per year
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Highest paying cities for Senior Software Engineers near United States

  1. San Francisco, CA
    $177,067 per year
    1.5k salaries reported
  2. San Jose, CA
    $167,582 per year
    478 salaries reported
  3. Seattle, WA
    $164,461 per year
    1.8k salaries reported
  1. New York, NY
    $162,921 per year
    940 salaries reported
  2. Redmond, WA
    $158,118 per year
    495 salaries reported
  3. Reston, VA
    $141,078 per year
    55 salaries reported
  1. Denver, CO
    $138,874 per year
    386 salaries reported
  2. Washington, DC
    $137,689 per year
    231 salaries reported
  3. Atlanta, GA
    $132,058 per year
    608 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 United States?

Entry Level Software Engineer

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Average $58,950 per year

Junior Software Engineer

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Average $80,629 per year

Junior Software Engineer

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Average $80,629 per year

Principal Software Engineer

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Average $161,412 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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