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Senior software engineer salary in Silicon Valley, CA (Updated 2026)

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

Average base salary

$140,756
11%
below national average
Average $140,756
Low $115,114
High $172,110

The average salary for a senior software engineer is $140,756 per year in Silicon Valley, CA and $12,250 cash bonus per year.2 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated December 9, 2025).

Highest paying cities for Senior Software Engineers near Silicon Valley, CA

  1. San Mateo, CA
    $217,447 per year
  2. San Jose, CA
    $206,114 per year
  3. San Francisco, CA
    $198,160 per year
  4. Mountain View, CA
    $195,411 per year
  5. Sunnyvale, CA
    $182,251 per year

Where can a Senior Software Engineer earn more?

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