What are the main factors that influence a Platform Architect IV's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Platform Architect IV?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Platform Architect IV roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Platform Architect 's salary?

A Platform Architect 's salary grows with experience: a Information Systems Architect II (2-4 years)earns $95,349, a Information Systems Architect III (4-7 years)earns $120,600, a Platform Architect IV (7+ years)earns $142,000, an Information Systems Architect V (7-10 years)earns $170,245, a Systems and Applications Architecture Supervisor (10+ years)earns $137,317,

What are the highest paying states for a Platform Architect IV?

Platform Architect IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Platform Architect IV roles are District of Columbia $155,241, California $154,652, Massachusetts $152,591. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Platform Architect roles make?

Salaries for Platform Architect level roles vary by specialization: Platform Architect V: $168,100; Principal Platform Architect: $147,679; Servicenow Platform Architect: $141,173; Systems Architect IV: $140,219; Platform Architect: $130,354.

Click or scroll to view upper level job

Platform Architect IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Platform Architect IV make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Platform Architect IV in Delaware is $141,990 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

However, a Platform Architect IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $164,688
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,121 to $153,871
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,957

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered Talent

AI Onboarding

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Platform Architect IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,871	$12,823	$2,959	$74
Average	$141,990	$11,833	$2,731	$68
25th Percentile	$134,121	$11,177	$2,579	$64

Get accurate pay by adjusting the below factors.

Change Search Criteria

Check out Platform Architect IV Job Openings in Delaware

Senior AI&amp Enterprise Platform Architect

Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement - , DE

Chief Architect Threat Intelligence&amp Platform Engineering

Lumen - Dover, DE

Senior AI Studio Architect

Teradata Corporation (SE) - Dover, DE

Travel L&D RN

Focus Staff - KEENE, NH

Search More Platform Architect IV Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Platform Architect IV Salaries

A Platform Architect IV'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 Platform Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Platform Architect IV'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:

Information Systems Architect II (2-4 years): $95,349
Information Systems Architect III (4-7 years): $120,600
Platform Architect IV (7+ years): $142,000
Information Systems Architect V (7-10 years): $170,245
Systems and Applications Architecture Supervisor (10+ years): $137,317

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Information Systems Architect II	2-4 years	$95,349
Information Systems Architect III	4-7 years	$120,600
Platform Architect IV	7+ years	$142,000
Information Systems Architect V	7-10 years	$170,245
Systems and Applications Architecture Supervisor	10+ years	$137,317

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

How Do Platform Architect IV 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 Platform Architect IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $155,241.
California: $154,652.
Massachusetts: $152,591.

District of Columbia $155,241 California $154,652 Massachusetts $152,591 Washington $152,030 New Jersey $151,974 Alaska $151,778 Connecticut $149,843 New York $149,057

Hawaii $146,547 Rhode Island $145,370 Maryland $144,570 Minnesota $143,477 Colorado $143,056 Illinois $142,916 Oregon $142,383 Delaware $141,990

New Hampshire $141,743 Virginia $141,191 Pennsylvania $139,579 Nevada $138,765 North Dakota $138,499 Michigan $138,078 Wisconsin $137,924 Vermont $137,615

Texas $136,760 Maine $136,704 Arizona $136,620 Ohio $136,522 Georgia $135,232 Indiana $134,587 Wyoming $134,461 Utah $134,264

Iowa $134,180 Kansas $133,507 Louisiana $133,311 North Carolina $133,241 Missouri $133,213 Florida $132,666 Montana $132,371 Nebraska $132,091

Kentucky $131,937 South Carolina $131,376 Tennessee $131,025 Idaho $130,885 New Mexico $129,861 Oklahoma $129,637 Alabama $128,810 South Dakota $127,422

Arkansas $126,664 West Virginia $126,258 Mississippi $125,038

Top Paying Cities for Platform Architect IVs

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: $141,351
Little Creek: $142,386
Magnolia: $142,181

Lincoln, DE $141,351 Little Creek, DE $142,386 Magnolia, DE $142,181 Milford, DE $141,710 Marydel, DE $141,943 Millsboro, DE $140,758 Millville, DE $140,975 Milton, DE $141,219

Nassau, DE $141,321 Ocean View, DE $140,951 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,222 Seaford, DE $141,302 Selbyville, DE $140,717 Smyrna, DE $142,484 Viola, DE $141,828 Woodside, DE $142,209

Bear, DE $141,881 Newark, DE $141,828 Claymont, DE $142,118 Delaware City, DE $141,969 Hockessin, DE $141,815 Kirkwood, DE $141,943 Middletown, DE $141,997 Montchanin, DE $141,847

New Castle, DE $141,868 Odessa, DE $142,067 Port Penn, DE $142,163 Rockland, DE $141,861 Saint Georges, DE $141,952 Townsend, DE $142,171 Winterthur, DE $141,878 Lewes, DE $141,274

Wilmington, DE $141,822 Dover, DE $142,386 Dover Afb, DE $141,636 Bethany Beach, DE $140,803 Bethel, DE $140,948 Bridgeville, DE $141,281 Camden Wyoming, DE $141,985 Cheswold, DE $142,339

Clayton, DE $142,344 Dagsboro, DE $140,704 Delmar, DE $140,479 Ellendale, DE $140,905 Felton, DE $141,699 Fenwick Island, DE $140,735 Frankford, DE $140,490 Frederica, DE $141,839

Georgetown, DE $140,651 Greenwood, DE $141,303 Harbeson, DE $140,801 Harrington, DE $141,519 Hartly, DE $141,959 Houston, DE $141,317 Kenton, DE $142,351 Laurel, DE $140,567

Yorklyn, DE $141,857

Platform Architect IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Platform Architect IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $158,815. While startup companies pay approximate $134,310.

Platform Architect IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$134,310
Growth Stage	51~500	$142,054
Established	501~5000	$153,366
Enterprise	5000+	$158,815

Platform Architect IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Platform Architect IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Platform Architect positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Platform Architect IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Platform Architect IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$184,587	$89.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$177,488	$85.0	25%
Software & Networking	$170,388	$82.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$163,288	$79.0	15%

Platform Architect IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Platform Architect IV'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

$134,121

Average $141,990/year

$153,871

$11,177

Average $11,833/month

$12,823

$2,579

Average $2,731/week

$2,959

$64

Average $68/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,871	$12,823	$2,959	$74
Average	$141,990	$11,833	$2,731	$68
25th Percentile	$134,121	$11,177	$2,579	$64

Platform Architect IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Platform Architect IV

Information Systems Architect V

Cloud Computing Analyst V

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect

IT Infrastructure Operations Supervisor

Top Systems and Applications Architecture Executive

Cloud Computing Manager

Vice President of Enterprise Infrastructure

Director IT Infrastructure Operations

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Platform Architect IV, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Platform Architect IV Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Information Systems Architect V	$170,300	20%
Cloud Computing Analyst V	$170,300	20%
Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect	$168,200	18%
IT Infrastructure Operations Supervisor	$106,600	-25%

Salaries of jobs related to Platform Architect IV

Find Your Next Platform Architect IV Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Platform Architect IV job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Click or scroll to view lower level job