How much does a Software Engineer IV make in Pittsburgh, PA? The average Software Engineer IV salary in Pittsburgh, PA is $141,673 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $131,005 and $154,308. 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 Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Engineer IV Salary $121,292 Pittsburgh,PA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Software Engineer IV Salary $131,005 Pittsburgh,PA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Software Engineer IV Salary $141,673 Pittsburgh,PA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Software Engineer IV Salary $154,308 Pittsburgh,PA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Software Engineer IV Salary $165,812 Pittsburgh,PA February 26, 2024
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What skills does a Software Engineer IV need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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API: An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.

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AWS: Amazon Web Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Amazon that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms and APIs to individuals, companies, and governments, on a metered pay-as-you-go basis.

Analysis 13.15%
API 16.54%
AWS 12.49%
Others 57.82%

Job Description for Software Engineer IV

Software Engineer IV designs and develops software applications. Performs coding, debugging, testing and troubleshooting throughout the application development process. Being a Software Engineer IV requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Software Engineer IV is a specialist on complex technical and business matters. Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. To be a Software Engineer IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Software Engineer IV

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For Software Engineer IV, the upper level is Software Engineer V and then progresses to Software Engineering Manager.

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Software Engineer IV salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Software Engineer IV, the highest Software Engineer IV salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Software Engineer IV salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Software Engineer IV salary is in Miami, FL, where the Software Engineer IV salary is 2.9% 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
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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