Technical Support Engineering Director Salary in the United States

How much does a Technical Support Engineering Director make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Support Engineering Director in the United States is $183,779 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

However, a Technical Support Engineering Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $198,392
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $162,218 to $191,428
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $142,588
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Technical Support Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $191,428 $15,952 $3,681 $92
Average $183,779 $15,315 $3,534 $88
25th Percentile $162,218 $13,518 $3,120 $78
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Key Factors That Influence Technical Support Engineering Director Salaries

A Technical Support Engineering Director'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 Technical Support Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Support Engineering Director'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): $170,585
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $172,516
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $175,090
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $178,952
  • Expert (over 8 years): $183,779
Levels Salary
Entry Level Technical Support Engineering Director$170,585
Intermediate Level Technical Support Engineering Director$172,516
Senior Level Technical Support Engineering Director$175,090
Specialist Level Technical Support Engineering Director$178,952
Expert Level Technical Support Engineering Director$183,779
$170,585 0 yr
$172,516 < 2 yrs
$175,090 2-4 yrs
$178,952 5-8 yrs
$183,779 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Technical Support Engineering Directors

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:

  • San Jose: $231,800
  • San Francisco: $229,522
  • Oakland: $224,431

Technical Support Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Support Engineering Director'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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Average $183,779/year
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75th Percentile $191,428 $15,952 $3,681 $92
Average $183,779 $15,315 $3,534 $88
25th Percentile $162,218 $13,518 $3,120 $78

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FAQ about Technical Support Engineering Director

1. Where can a Technical Support Engineering Director earn the most?

A Technical Support Engineering Director's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Technical Support Engineering Director earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Technical Support Engineering Director is $231,800.

2. What is the highest pay for Technical Support Engineering Director?

The highest pay for Technical Support Engineering Director is $198,392.

3. What is the lowest pay for Technical Support Engineering Director?

The lowest pay for Technical Support Engineering Director is $142,588.

4. What are the responsibilities of Technical Support Engineering Director?

Directs and oversees the technical support function to troubleshoot issues and engineer solutions for an organization's products or systems. Evaluates and improves processes to gather technical requirements, identify and isolate issues, and deliver technical solutions. Monitors customer concerns and technical issues to ensure timely and effective resolution and collaborates with stakeholders to fix root causes and enhance systems. Develops and monitors budgets to align with business objectives, ensuring optimal resource allocation and inventory levels. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.

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