What are the main factors that influence an Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salary in Delaware

Q: What industry pays the highest salary for Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

Q: How much do different types of Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development roles make?

Salaries for Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development level roles vary by specialization: Software Executive: $241,723; Software Development Director: $214,173; Software Systems Development Director: $203,890; Software Operating Systems Development Director: $203,890; Executive Director Of Development: $203,300.

How much does an Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development in Delaware is $244,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $118.

However, an Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $256,445
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $227,900 to $250,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $212,696

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Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$250,800	$20,900	$4,823	$121
Average	$244,600	$20,383	$4,704	$118
25th Percentile	$227,900	$18,992	$4,383	$110

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Key Factors That Influence Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salaries

An Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Software Developer IV (7+ years): $150,783
Software Developer V (7-10 years): $173,334
Software Development Manager (10+ years): $171,687
Director of Software Engineering (10+ years): $216,875
Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development (10+ years): $244,550

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software Developer IV	7+ years	$150,783
Software Developer V	7-10 years	$173,334
Software Development Manager	10+ years	$171,687
Director of Software Engineering	10+ years	$216,875
Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development	10+ years	$244,550

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How Do Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Developments. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $267,400.
California: $266,400.
Massachusetts: $262,900.

District of Columbia $267,400 California $266,400 Massachusetts $262,900 Washington $261,900 New Jersey $261,800 Alaska $261,500 Connecticut $258,100 New York $256,800

Hawaii $252,400 Rhode Island $250,400 Maryland $249,000 Minnesota $247,200 Colorado $246,400 Illinois $246,200 Oregon $245,300 Delaware $244,600

New Hampshire $244,200 Virginia $243,200 Pennsylvania $240,400 Nevada $239,000 North Dakota $238,600 Michigan $237,900 Wisconsin $237,600 Vermont $237,100

Texas $235,600 Maine $235,500 Arizona $235,400 Ohio $235,200 Georgia $233,000 Indiana $231,800 Wyoming $231,600 Utah $231,300

Iowa $231,100 Kansas $230,000 Louisiana $229,700 North Carolina $229,500 Missouri $229,500 Florida $228,500 Montana $228,000 Nebraska $227,600

Kentucky $227,300 South Carolina $226,300 Tennessee $225,700 Idaho $225,500 New Mexico $223,700 Oklahoma $223,300 Alabama $221,900 South Dakota $219,500

Arkansas $218,200 West Virginia $217,500 Mississippi $215,400

Top Paying Cities for Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Developments

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $243,500
Little Creek: $245,300
Magnolia: $244,900

Lincoln, DE $243,500 Little Creek, DE $245,300 Magnolia, DE $244,900 Milford, DE $244,100 Marydel, DE $244,500 Millsboro, DE $242,500 Millville, DE $242,900 Milton, DE $243,300

Nassau, DE $243,400 Ocean View, DE $242,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $243,300 Seaford, DE $243,400 Selbyville, DE $242,400 Smyrna, DE $245,400 Viola, DE $244,300 Woodside, DE $245,000

Bear, DE $244,400 Newark, DE $244,300 Claymont, DE $244,800 Delaware City, DE $244,600 Hockessin, DE $244,300 Kirkwood, DE $244,500 Middletown, DE $244,600 Montchanin, DE $244,400

New Castle, DE $244,400 Odessa, DE $244,700 Port Penn, DE $244,900 Rockland, DE $244,400 Saint Georges, DE $244,500 Townsend, DE $244,900 Winterthur, DE $244,400 Lewes, DE $243,400

Wilmington, DE $244,300 Dover, DE $245,300 Dover Afb, DE $244,000 Bethany Beach, DE $242,600 Bethel, DE $242,800 Bridgeville, DE $243,400 Camden Wyoming, DE $244,600 Cheswold, DE $245,200

Clayton, DE $245,200 Dagsboro, DE $242,400 Delmar, DE $242,000 Ellendale, DE $242,700 Felton, DE $244,100 Fenwick Island, DE $242,400 Frankford, DE $242,000 Frederica, DE $244,300

Georgetown, DE $242,300 Greenwood, DE $243,400 Harbeson, DE $242,600 Harrington, DE $243,800 Hartly, DE $244,500 Houston, DE $243,400 Kenton, DE $245,200 Laurel, DE $242,100

Yorklyn, DE $244,400

Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $273,583. While startup companies pay approximate $231,370.

Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$231,370
Growth Stage	51~500	$244,709
Established	501~5000	$264,197
Enterprise	5000+	$273,583

Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$305,750	$147.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$305,750	$147.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$293,520	$141.0	20%
Healthcare	$281,290	$135.0	15%
Software & Networking	$281,290	$135.0	15%

Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Executive Director of Software Engineering/Application Development's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$227,900

Average $244,600/year

$250,800

$18,992

Average $20,383/month

$20,900

$4,383

Average $4,704/week

$4,823

$110

Average $118/hour

$121

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$250,800	$20,900	$4,823	$121
Average	$244,600	$20,383	$4,704	$118
25th Percentile	$227,900	$18,992	$4,383	$110

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