Senior Lead Engineer Salary in New York, NY

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How much does a Senior Lead Engineer make in New York, NY? The average Senior Lead Engineer salary in New York, NY is $169,969 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $157,275 and $185,252. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Senior Lead Engineer?

The Senior Lead Engineer is responsible for leading a team of engineers in the development and implementation of complex engineering projects. They provide technical expertise and guidance to the team, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. The Senior Lead Engineer also collaborates with other departments to identify and address technical issues, and works to improve engineering processes and procedures. Additionally, they may be involved in the recruitment and training of new engineers, and may also be responsible for managing project timelines and resources. Overall, the Senior Lead Engineer plays a critical role in driving the success of engineering projects and ensuring the overall quality and efficiency of the engineering team.

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Senior Lead Infrastructure Engineer

Harvey Nash - Los Angeles , CA

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Senior/ Lead .NET Developer

Cloud BC Labs - Fairfield , CA

POSITION Senior/ Lead .NET Developer LOCATION Hybrid- Fairfield,CA (must be local) DURATION 9-12 Month Contract INTERVIEW TYPE Video VISA RESTRICTIONS Only GC or Citizens REQUIRED SKILLS * Overall ...

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Sr. Lead Bridge Engineer /Project Manager

NV5 - Meridian , ID

We are seeking a Sr. Bridge Engineer with strong technical and project management skills to become an integral part and lead our bridge design team. Come be a part of a growing Pacific Northwest ...

LinkedIn - 90 days ago

Senior Software Engineer, Automation Lead

Iridium - Chandler , AZ

A Senior Software Engineer is expected to be a technical leader: designing, writing, and reviewing ... Lead development tasks in a team environment * Solve complex problems and offer creative solutions ...

LinkedIn - 18 days ago

Senior Software Engineer (Tech Lead)

Convoso - Los Angeles , CA

That's where you come in. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer (Tech Lead) who is responsible for leading a development feature and initiatives, and responsible for the quality of its ...

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Sr. Software Engineer - Lead

PMAT - Denver , CO

We are currently looking for a Software Team Lead Engineer who will drive and contribute to the ... This position is a Senior Leadership role that requires a software technologist that can ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 56 days ago

What does a Senior Lead Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a Senior Lead Engineer

Drive innovation and continuous improvement by staying abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

September 08, 2023

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, scope, and timelines, and ensure alignment with business goals.

September 17, 2023

Act as a technical subject matter expert, providing guidance and support to resolve complex technical issues and challenges.

September 26, 2023

Contribute to the development of technical roadmaps, architecture, and design decisions for new and existing products.

October 06, 2023

Conduct technical reviews and provide feedback on design, architecture, and code to ensure adherence to standards and best practices.

October 08, 2023

Collaborate with product management and other stakeholders to define and prioritize technical requirements and features.

October 17, 2023

Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including executives, to provide updates on project status, technical challenges, and proposed solutions.

October 17, 2023

Participate in the recruitment, onboarding, and training of new engineering team members.

November 15, 2023

Lead and manage a team of engineers, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure successful project delivery.

November 16, 2023

Develop and implement engineering standards, best practices, and processes to improve efficiency and quality of work.

November 20, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Senior Lead Engineer in New York, NY

Average Base Salary

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157275

185252

169969

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

165530

200678

181966

What is the average salary for Senior Lead Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Lead Engineer in New York, NY. The base salary for Senior Lead Engineer ranges from $157,275 to $185,252 with the average base salary of $169,969. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $165,530 to $200,678 with the average total cash compensation of $181,966.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$169,969	$157,275 - $185,252
Bonus	$11,997	$8,254 - $15,426
Total Pay	$181,966	$165,530 - $200,678

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Senior Lead Engineer Salary Near New York, NY

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO New York, NY
CITY, STATE West New York, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $158,218 - $186,362	COMPARE TO New York, NY
CITY, STATE Hoboken, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $158,218 - $186,362	COMPARE TO New York, NY
CITY, STATE Union City, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $158,218 - $186,362	COMPARE TO New York, NY
CITY, STATE Jersey City, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $158,218 - $186,362	COMPARE TO New York, NY
CITY, STATE Bronx, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $158,218 - $186,362	COMPARE TO New York, NY
CITY, STATE Brooklyn, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $158,218 - $186,362	COMPARE TO New York, NY

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About New York, New York

The City of New York, usually called either New York City (NYC) or simply New York (NY), is the most populous city in the United States. With an estimated 2017 population of 8,622,698 distributed over a land area of about 302.6 square miles (784 km2), New York is also the most densely populated major city in the United States. Located at the southern tip of the state of New York, the city is the center of the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the world by urban landmass and one of the world's most populous megacities, with an estimated 20,320,876 people in its 2017 M...

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