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Software architect salary in Austin, TX (Updated 2026)

How much does a Software Architect make in Austin, TX?

Average base salary

$156,301
28%
above national average
Average $156,301
Low $96,149
High $254,086

The average salary for a software architect is $156,301 per year in Austin, TX and $10,000 cash bonus per year.94 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 26, 2026).

Software Architect job openings in Austin, TX

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SailPoint & IAM Solutions Arch...
Smart Tech Skills LLC
Austin, TX
Full-time
3 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Software Architect in Austin, TX

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Raise
 
$361,920per year
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Expedia Group
 
$318,240per year
Michael Page
 
$280,000per year
Realtor.com
 
$275,200per year
Oracle
 
$265,250per year
Arm
 
$261,202per year

Highest paying cities for Software Architects near Austin, TX

  1. Austin, TX
    $156,301 per year
  2. Richardson, TX
    $151,190 per year
  3. San Antonio, TX
    $145,969 per year
  4. Irving, TX
    $137,920 per year
  5. Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
    $130,940 per year

Where can a Software Architect earn more?

Compare salaries for Software Architects in different locations
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How much do similar professions as Software Architect get paid in Austin, TX?

Chief Software Architect

Job openings
Average $100,000 per year

Principal Software Architect

Job openings
Average $197,904 per year

Senior Software Architect

Job openings
Average $181,143 per year

Senior Technical Architect

Job openings
Average $161,920 per year