How much does a Software Architect II make in Forest Knolls, CA? The average Software Architect II salary in Forest Knolls, CA is $108,009 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $96,653 and $122,928. 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 Architect II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Architect II Salary $86,313 Forest Knolls,CA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Software Architect II Salary $96,653 Forest Knolls,CA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Software Architect II Salary $108,009 Forest Knolls,CA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Software Architect II Salary $122,928 Forest Knolls,CA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Software Architect II Salary $136,511 Forest Knolls,CA May 28, 2024
25% $96,653 10% $86,313 90% $136,511 75% $122,928 $108,009 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Software Architect II

Software Architect II is responsible for the structural design and development of new software systems or extensive software revisions for external customers. Analyzes software requirements and defines system components to ensure efficient and scalable software architecture. Being a Software Architect II designs and implements software solutions to consider business and technical needs and ensures compatibility with existing systems. Creates and maintains architecture documentation such as design specifications and diagrams to guide future maintenance and development. Additionally, Software Architect II works with non-technical stakeholders to analyze requirements and understand constraints, dependencies, and business needs. Has in-depth knowledge of software development processes and methodologies. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Software Architect II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Software Architect II typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Software Architect II

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For Software Architect II, the first career path typically starts with an Applications Programmer III position, and then Applications Programmer IV.

The second career path typically starts with a Software Architect III position, and then progresses to Software Architect IV.

The third career path typically progresses to Java Developer, Sr..

Additionally, the fourth career path typically progresses to Commercial Software Engineer III.

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Software Architect II salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Software Architect II, the highest Software Architect II salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Software Architect II salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Software Architect II salary is in Miami, FL, where the Software Architect II salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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