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How much does an Senior Operating Systems Programmer make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Senior Operating Systems Programmer in the United States is $54 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $48 and $59. Hourly rate 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.

Senior Operating Systems Programmer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Operating Systems Programmer Salary $42 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Operating Systems Programmer Salary $48 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Operating Systems Programmer Salary $54 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Operating Systems Programmer Salary $59 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Operating Systems Programmer Salary $65 US March 26, 2024
25% $48 10% $42 90% $65 75% $59 $54 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Operating Systems Programmer analyzes and resolves problems associated with operating systems. Reviews, analyzes, develops, installs, and modifies computer operating systems. Being a Senior Operating Systems Programmer may require an associate's degree or its equivalent. Detects, diagnoses, and reports related problems. In addition, Senior Operating Systems Programmer typically reports to a project leader or manager. Working as a Senior Operating Systems Programmer typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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