What are the main factors that influence a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Software Systems Engineering Supervisor?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Software Systems Engineering Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Software Systems Engineering Supervisor's salary?

A Software Systems Engineering Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $150,763, a Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $172,746, a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $145,544, a Software Systems Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $157,696, a Software Systems Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $177,472,

What are the highest paying states for a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor?

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Systems Engineering Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $154,178, California $153,593, Massachusetts $151,546. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Software Systems Engineering Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Software Systems Engineering Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Software Systems Engineering Director: $193,749; Software Systems Engineering Senior Manager: $169,797; Software Systems Engineering Manager: $150,876; Backend Software Engineering Supervisor: $139,350; Software Systems Development Supervisor: $132,259.

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Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor in Hawaii is $145,544 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

However, a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,235
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,496 to $159,515
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,885

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Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,515	$13,293	$3,068	$77
Average	$145,544	$12,129	$2,799	$70
25th Percentile	$129,496	$10,791	$2,490	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salaries

A Software Systems Engineering Supervisor'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 Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor'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:

Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years): $150,763
Software Systems Engineer V (7-10 years): $172,746
Software Systems Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $145,544
Software Systems Engineering Manager (10+ years): $157,696
Software Systems Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $177,472

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Software Systems Engineer IV	7+ years	$150,763
Software Systems Engineer V	7-10 years	$172,746
Software Systems Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$145,544
Software Systems Engineering Manager	10+ years	$157,696
Software Systems Engineering Senior Manager	10+ years	$177,472

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How Do Software Systems Engineering Supervisor 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 Software Systems Engineering Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $154,178.
California: $153,593.
Massachusetts: $151,546.

District of Columbia $154,178 California $153,593 Massachusetts $151,546 Washington $150,989 New Jersey $150,933 Alaska $150,738 Connecticut $148,816 New York $148,037

Hawaii $145,544 Rhode Island $144,374 Maryland $143,581 Minnesota $142,495 Colorado $142,077 Illinois $141,938 Oregon $141,408 Delaware $141,018

New Hampshire $140,773 Virginia $140,225 Pennsylvania $138,623 Nevada $137,816 North Dakota $137,551 Michigan $137,133 Wisconsin $136,980 Vermont $136,674

Texas $135,824 Maine $135,769 Arizona $135,685 Ohio $135,588 Georgia $134,307 Indiana $133,666 Wyoming $133,541 Utah $133,346

Iowa $133,262 Kansas $132,594 Louisiana $132,399 North Carolina $132,329 Missouri $132,301 Florida $131,758 Montana $131,466 Nebraska $131,187

Kentucky $131,034 South Carolina $130,477 Tennessee $130,129 Idaho $129,990 New Mexico $128,973 Oklahoma $128,751 Alabama $127,929 South Dakota $126,550

Arkansas $125,798 West Virginia $125,395 Mississippi $124,183

Top Paying Cities for Software Systems Engineering Supervisors

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:

Aiea: $144,756
Anahola: $142,858
Captain Cook: $142,715

Aiea, HI $144,756 Anahola, HI $142,858 Captain Cook, HI $142,715 Eleele, HI $143,148 Ewa Beach, HI $144,628 Kapolei, HI $144,512 Haiku, HI $142,964 Hakalau, HI $142,644

Haleiwa, HI $144,234 Hana, HI $142,623 Hanalei, HI $142,671 Hanamaulu, HI $142,961 Hanapepe, HI $143,141 Hauula, HI $144,454 Hawaii National Park, HI $142,809 Hawi, HI $143,046

Hilo, HI $142,947 Princeville, HI $142,932 Holualoa, HI $142,772 Honaunau, HI $142,525 Honokaa, HI $142,709 Honomu, HI $142,933 Hoolehua, HI $142,525 Kaaawa, HI $144,501

Kahuku, HI $144,192 Kahului, HI $143,294 Kailua, HI $144,710 Ocean View, HI $142,890 Waikoloa, HI $142,876 Keauhou, HI $142,772 Kailua Kona, HI $142,944 Kalaheo, HI $142,976

Kalaupapa, HI $142,394 Kamuela, HI $142,781 Kaneohe, HI $144,679 Kapaa, HI $143,132 Kaumakani, HI $143,209 Kaunakakai, HI $142,695 Keaau, HI $143,045 Kealakekua, HI $142,969

Kealia, HI $143,018 Kekaha, HI $142,873 Kihei, HI $143,148 Kilauea, HI $142,935 Kapaau, HI $142,826 Koloa, HI $142,997 Kualapuu, HI $142,653 Kunia, HI $144,466

Kurtistown, HI $142,972 Lahaina, HI $143,000 Laie, HI $144,319 Lanai City, HI $142,653 Laupahoehoe, HI $143,013 Lawai, HI $143,209 Lihue, HI $142,961 Makawao, HI $143,074

Makaweli, HI $142,645 Maunaloa, HI $142,309 Mountain View, HI $142,897 Naalehu, HI $142,609 Ninole, HI $142,513 Ookala, HI $142,559 Paauilo, HI $142,733 Pahala, HI $142,648

Pahoa, HI $142,837 Paia, HI $143,007 Papaaloa, HI $143,032 Papaikou, HI $142,735 Pearl City, HI $144,652 Pepeekeo, HI $143,013 Puunene, HI $143,294 Volcano, HI $142,809

Wahiawa, HI $144,404 Pukalani, HI $143,074 Mililani, HI $144,578 Kula, HI $142,779 Waialua, HI $144,156 Waianae, HI $144,289 Wailuku, HI $143,071 Waimanalo, HI $144,682

Waimea, HI $143,196 Waipahu, HI $144,589 Honolulu, HI $144,806 J B P H H, HI $144,781 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $144,482 Schofield Barracks, HI $144,440 Fort Shafter, HI $144,806 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $144,806

Camp H M Smith, HI $144,774 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $144,633 Wake Island, HI $144,806

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $162,790. While startup companies pay approximate $137,672.

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$137,672
Growth Stage	51~500	$145,609
Established	501~5000	$157,205
Enterprise	5000+	$162,790

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Software Systems Engineering Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Software Systems Engineering Supervisor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Software Systems Engineering Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$196,485	$94.0	35%
Aerospace & Defense	$174,653	$84.0	20%
Internet	$174,653	$84.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$167,376	$80.0	15%
Insurance	$160,099	$77.0	10%

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor'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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$129,496

Average $145,544/year

$159,515

$10,791

Average $12,129/month

$13,293

$2,490

Average $2,799/week

$3,068

$62

Average $70/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,515	$13,293	$3,068	$77
Average	$145,544	$12,129	$2,799	$70
25th Percentile	$129,496	$10,791	$2,490	$62

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor

Software Systems Development Manager

ERP Configuration Manager

Software Systems Engineering Manager

Software Systems Programming Manager

SVP of Software Systems Development

ERP Configuration Senior Manager

Software Systems Engineering Director

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Software Systems Engineering Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Software Systems Development Manager	$158,817	9%
ERP Configuration Manager	$150,293	3%
Software Systems Engineering Manager	$157,696	8%
Software Systems Programming Manager	$168,847	16%

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