Lead Software Engineer Salary in the United States

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How much does a Lead Software Engineer make in the United States? The average Lead Software Engineer salary in the United States is $158,960 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $144,213 and $177,381. 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 - 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 - 12 days ago
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 ...
LinkedIn - 7 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 - 17 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 - 10 days ago
Software Engineer - Tech Lead
Cubex LLC - Phoenix , AZ
Software Engineer - Tech Lead Department: Product Development Reports to: CTO Job Summary: We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer, where you will drive the design and development of SaaS and ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 1 day ago
Lead Software Engineer
Link Network - Honolulu , HI
As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and deployment of innovative software solutions. You will lead a team of developers, providing technical guidance ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 35 days ago

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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 Engineer in the United States. The base salary for Lead Software Engineer ranges from $144,213 to $177,381 with the average base salary of $158,960. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $152,438 to $193,672 with the average total cash compensation of $170,497.

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Skills associated with Lead Software Engineer: Design, Integration, Programming, Software Development ...More

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