Lead Software Developer Salary in the United States

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How much does a Lead Software Developer make in the United States? The average Lead Software Developer salary in the United States is $132,227 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $119,781 and $144,855. 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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Lead Software Engineer (Exp with IoT, AWS, Node/Vue, Migration)
Pyramid Consulting, Inc - Deerfield , IL
Immediate need for a talented Lead Software Engineer (Exp with IoT, AWS, Node/Vue, Migration) . This is a 06+ Months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Deerfield, IL ...
LinkedIn - Today
Lead Software Engineer
1st10 - Santa Monica , CA
Lead the product build to align with overall business goals and KPIs * Manage the product roadmap and report to senior management on timelines * Manage, develop, and grow the software engineering ...
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Lead Software Engineer - Data Platform (Ad Intelligence)
INSPYR Solutions - Santa Monica , CA
Lead Software Engineer - Data Platform (Ad Intelligence) Location: Santa Monica, CA (HYBRID 3 days ONSITE) Duration: 18 month contract Compensation: $90-100/hr Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
Lead Software Developer (TENA)
Advanced Technology Leaders Inc - Dugway , UT
Lead Software Developer (TENA) Education and Experience: * The Test and Training Enabling Architecture TENA developer must be an experienced (two or more years) C++ developer that has passed the TENA ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 42 days ago
Lead Software Engineer
Miso Robotics - Pasadena , CA
Free snacks from our robot chefs The Role We are seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to guide the development and evolution of our kitchen automation and cloud-connected infrastructure. In ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 3 days ago
Lead Software Engineer
Alleviate Financial Solutions - Irvine , CA
The Lead Software Engineer plays a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape of the Company. This role will build and lead a team of skilled engineers in designing, developing, and ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 10 days ago

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Software Developer in the United States. The base salary for Lead Software Developer ranges from $119,781 to $144,855 with the average base salary of $132,227. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $126,752 to $154,242 with the average total cash compensation of $139,894.

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