SVP of Software Systems Development Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an SVP of Software Systems Development make?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for an SVP of Software Systems Development in District of Columbia is $351,920 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $169.

However, an SVP of Software Systems Development's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $427,657
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $326,010 to $391,563
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $302,419
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SVP of Software Systems Development Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $391,563 $32,630 $7,530 $188
Average $351,920 $29,327 $6,768 $169
25th Percentile $326,010 $27,167 $6,269 $157
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Key Factors That Influence SVP of Software Systems Development Salaries

An SVP of Software Systems Development'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 SVP of Software Systems Development Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an SVP of Software Systems Development'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $329,751
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $332,912
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $337,127
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $343,448
  • Expert (over 8 years): $351,350
Levels Salary
Entry Level SVP of Software Systems Development $329,751
Intermediate Level SVP of Software Systems Development $332,912
Senior Level SVP of Software Systems Development $337,127
Specialist Level SVP of Software Systems Development $343,448
Expert Level SVP of Software Systems Development $351,350
$329,751 0 yr
$332,912 < 2 yrs
$337,127 2-4 yrs
$343,448 5-8 yrs
$351,350 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for SVP of Software Systems Developments

Salaries can also vary between different cities, even within the same state. 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 District of Columbia cities:

  • Parcel Return Service: $351,920

SVP of Software Systems Development Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an SVP of Software Systems Development'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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$326,010
Average $351,920/year
$391,563
$27,167
Average $29,327/month
$32,630
$6,269
Average $6,768/week
$7,530
$157
Average $169/hour
$188
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $391,563 $32,630 $7,530 $188
Average $351,920 $29,327 $6,768 $169
25th Percentile $326,010 $27,167 $6,269 $157

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