What are the main factors that influence a DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.'s salary?

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

How does experience change A DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.'s salary?

A DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.'s salary grows with experience: a DevOps Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $150,300, a DevOps Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $168,116, a DevOps Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $185,758, a DevOps Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $175,692, a DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. (10+ years)earns $212,059,

What are the highest paying states for a DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.?

DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. roles are District of Columbia $212,059, California $211,254, Massachusetts $208,439. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. roles make?

Salaries for DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. level roles vary by specialization: Director DevOps Engineering: $197,388; Reliability Engineering Sr Manager: $164,861; Radio Frequency Design Engineering Manager, Sr.: $163,000; Sr Devops Engineer: $160,547; DevOps Engineering Manager: $158,681.

DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. in District of Columbia is $212,059 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.

However, a DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $232,697
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $200,577 to $222,862
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $190,124

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DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$222,862	$18,572	$4,286	$107
Average	$212,059	$17,672	$4,078	$102
25th Percentile	$200,577	$16,715	$3,857	$96

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Key Factors That Influence DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. Salaries

A DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.'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 DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.'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:

DevOps Engineer III (4-7 years): $150,300
DevOps Engineer IV (7+ years): $168,116
DevOps Engineer V (7-10 years): $185,758
DevOps Engineering Manager (10+ years): $175,692
DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. (10+ years): $212,059

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
DevOps Engineer III	4-7 years	$150,300
DevOps Engineer IV	7+ years	$168,116
DevOps Engineer V	7-10 years	$185,758
DevOps Engineering Manager	10+ years	$175,692
DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.	10+ years	$212,059

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How Do DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. 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 DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $212,059.
California: $211,254.
Massachusetts: $208,439.

District of Columbia $212,059 California $211,254 Massachusetts $208,439 Washington $207,673 New Jersey $207,596 Alaska $207,328 Connecticut $204,685 New York $203,612

Hawaii $200,184 Rhode Island $198,575 Maryland $197,483 Minnesota $195,990 Colorado $195,415 Illinois $195,223 Oregon $194,496 Delaware $193,959

New Hampshire $193,622 Virginia $192,868 Pennsylvania $190,665 Nevada $189,554 North Dakota $189,190 Michigan $188,616 Wisconsin $188,405 Vermont $187,984

Texas $186,815 Maine $186,739 Arizona $186,624 Ohio $186,490 Georgia $184,728 Indiana $183,847 Wyoming $183,674 Utah $183,406

Iowa $183,291 Kansas $182,372 Louisiana $182,104 North Carolina $182,008 Missouri $181,970 Florida $181,223 Montana $180,821 Nebraska $180,438

Kentucky $180,227 South Carolina $179,461 Tennessee $178,982 Idaho $178,790 New Mexico $177,392 Oklahoma $177,086 Alabama $175,956 South Dakota $174,060

Arkansas $173,025 West Virginia $172,470 Mississippi $170,804

Top Paying Cities for DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.s

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:

Parcel Return Service: $210,908
Washington: $210,910
Naval Anacost Annex: $210,900

Parcel Return Service, DC $210,908 Washington, DC $210,910 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $210,900 Washington Navy Yard, DC $210,908

DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a DevOps Engineering Manager, Sr.'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.

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$200,577

Average $212,059/year

$222,862

$16,715

Average $17,672/month

$18,572

$3,857

Average $4,078/week

$4,286

$96

Average $102/hour

$107

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$222,862	$18,572	$4,286	$107
Average	$212,059	$17,672	$4,078	$102
25th Percentile	$200,577	$16,715	$3,857	$96

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