How much does a Lead Developer make in Portland, OR? The average Lead Developer salary in Portland, OR is $158,068 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $140,616 and $178,335. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Alpha Omega Integration LLC - VIENNA , VA
Job Title: Lead Developer. Clearance Required: Public Trust - Federal Client requires US Citizenship. Work Location: Remote Alpha Omega is seeking a qualified L
- 2 days ago
HigherEchelon - HUNTSVILLE , AL
Senior Lead Developer Location: Huntsville, AL / Hybrid Remote Description: Seeking a Senior Lead Developer with extensive experience in full-stack Java develop
- 1 day ago
Cornerstone Defense - ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION , MD
Title: Lead Software Developer Location: Annapolis Junction, MD *Clearance: *Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph needed to apply * Compensation Range: $225k - $245k Comp
- 1 day ago
ManTech International - AURORA , CO
ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Lead CNO Software Developer to join our team in Aurora, CO. Responsibilities include, but are not limite
- 1 day ago
Job Description: AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal
- 1 day ago
Booz Allen Hamilton - ARLINGTON , VA
Job Number: R0215967 Back End Developer, Lead The Opportunity: As a back-end developer, you know that a good site or system needs the right combination of clean
- 1 day ago

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About Portland, Oregon    Portland is the largest and most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon and the seat of Multnomah County. It is a major port in the Willamette Vall....More

Portland, Oregon  area prices were up 3.9% from a year ago

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