Software Engineer IV Salaries in Canada
Alternate Job Titles: Software Developer IV, Software Engineer - Project Lead
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How much does a Software Engineer IV in Canada make? The median annual Software Engineer IV salary in Canada is C$140,809, as of February 01, 2026, with a range usually between C$128,532-C$154,482 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Software Engineer IV may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Software Engineer IV in Canada.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Software Engineer IV that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Software Engineer IV in Canada is C$140,809, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Software Engineer IV in Canada are expected to make less than C$140,809.
Source: HR Reported data as of February 01, 2026
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This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Software Engineer IV in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Software Engineer IV in are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of February 01, 2026
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Designs and develops software applications. Gathers and evaluates end-user requirements. Develops build plans. Performs coding, debugging, testing, code review, and troubleshooting throughout the software development lifecycle. Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Typically reports to a manager. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Typically requires 7+ years of related experience. View full job description
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