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How much does a Software Development Director make in San Diego, CA? The average Software Development Director salary in San Diego, CA is $228,443 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $208,293 and $256,573. 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.

Software Development Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Development Director Salary $189,947 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Software Development Director Salary $208,293 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Software Development Director Salary $228,443 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Software Development Director Salary $256,573 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Software Development Director Salary $282,184 San Diego,CA April 24, 2024
25% $208,293 10% $189,947 90% $282,184 75% $256,573 $228,443 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Software Development Director establishes policies and procedures that produce high-quality software product and service. Directs and oversees the software engineering function in developing, releasing, and maintaining software applications/operating systems according to business needs. Being a Software Development Director typically reports to top management. Requires a bachelor's degree. The Software Development Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Software Development Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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