Software Systems Programmer I Salaries in Canada
Alternate Job Titles: Entry Operating Systems Programmer, IT Systems Programmer I, Operating Systems Solutions Programmer I
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How much does a Software Systems Programmer I in Canada make? The median annual Software Systems Programmer I salary in Canada is C$71,021, as of June 25, 2026, with a range usually between C$63,302-C$79,035 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Software Systems Programmer I 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 Systems Programmer I in Canada.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Software Systems Programmer I that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Software Systems Programmer I in Canada is C$71,021, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Software Systems Programmer I in Canada are expected to make less than C$71,021.
Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026
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This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Software Systems Programmer I in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Software Systems Programmer I in are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026
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Reviews, analyzes, develops, installs, and modifies operating systems. Detects, diagnoses, and reports related problems. Writes scripts and code to customize and configure platforms and infrastructure. Gathers and evaluates specifications and prepares technical documentation. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. View full job description
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