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Software Systems Programmer I Salaries in Canada

• What is the average Software Systems Programmer I salary in Canada?
  How much does a Software Systems Programmer I in Canada make? The median annual Software Systems Programmer I salary in Canada is C$71,338, as of August 26, 2026, with a range usually between C$63,585-C$79,385 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.

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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 August 26, 2026

• Job Description for Software Systems Programmer I
  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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• Categories that include Software Systems Programmer I
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  • IT - Computers, Software

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