What are the main factors that influence a Lead Software Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Lead Software Engineer's salary?

A Lead Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $169,418 for beginners, reaching about $170,914 at mid-level, and approach $174,611 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Software Engineer?

Lead Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $190,452, California $189,729, Massachusetts $187,201. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Software Engineer, Integration: $212,765; Lead Software Engineer IV: $176,915; Lead Platform Software Engineer: $173,046; Lead Software Engineer, IOS: $155,429; Embedded Software Engineer Lead: $150,077.

Lead Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Software Engineer in Delaware is $174,197 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $84.

However, a Lead Software Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $201,161
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $164,031 to $188,311
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $154,776

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Lead Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,311	$15,693	$3,621	$91
Average	$174,197	$14,516	$3,350	$84
25th Percentile	$164,031	$13,669	$3,154	$79

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Software Engineer Salaries

A Lead Software Engineer'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 Lead Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Software Engineer'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): $169,418
Early Career (1-2 years): $169,866
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $170,914
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $172,111
Expert (over 8 years): $174,611

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Software Engineer	$169,418
Intermediate Level Lead Software Engineer	$169,866
Senior Level Lead Software Engineer	$170,914
Specialist Level Lead Software Engineer	$172,111
Expert Level Lead Software Engineer	$174,611

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How Do Lead Software Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $190,452.
California: $189,729.
Massachusetts: $187,201.

District of Columbia $190,452 California $189,729 Massachusetts $187,201 Washington $186,513 New Jersey $186,444 Alaska $186,203 Connecticut $183,829 New York $182,866

Hawaii $179,787 Rhode Island $178,342 Maryland $177,362 Minnesota $176,020 Colorado $175,504 Illinois $175,332 Oregon $174,678 Delaware $174,197

New Hampshire $173,894 Virginia $173,216 Pennsylvania $171,238 Nevada $170,240 North Dakota $169,913 Michigan $169,397 Wisconsin $169,208 Vermont $168,830

Texas $167,781 Maine $167,712 Arizona $167,608 Ohio $167,488 Georgia $165,906 Indiana $165,114 Wyoming $164,960 Utah $164,719

Iowa $164,615 Kansas $163,790 Louisiana $163,549 North Carolina $163,463 Missouri $163,429 Florida $162,758 Montana $162,397 Nebraska $162,053

Kentucky $161,863 South Carolina $161,175 Tennessee $160,745 Idaho $160,573 New Mexico $159,318 Oklahoma $159,042 Alabama $158,027 South Dakota $156,325

Arkansas $155,396 West Virginia $154,897 Mississippi $153,400

Top Paying Cities for Lead Software Engineers

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:

Lincoln: $180,286
Little Creek: $178,617
Magnolia: $179,357

Lincoln, DE $180,286 Little Creek, DE $178,617 Magnolia, DE $179,357 Milford, DE $180,286 Marydel, DE $177,946 Millsboro, DE $180,286 Millville, DE $181,490 Milton, DE $180,286

Nassau, DE $180,286 Ocean View, DE $181,490 Rehoboth Beach, DE $181,490 Seaford, DE $178,394 Selbyville, DE $181,490 Smyrna, DE $177,740 Viola, DE $179,357 Woodside, DE $178,841

Bear, DE $176,433 Newark, DE $176,502 Claymont, DE $176,639 Delaware City, DE $176,502 Hockessin, DE $176,639 Kirkwood, DE $176,502 Middletown, DE $177,379 Montchanin, DE $176,639

New Castle, DE $176,639 Odessa, DE $177,620 Port Penn, DE $176,020 Rockland, DE $176,639 Saint Georges, DE $176,502 Townsend, DE $177,362 Winterthur, DE $176,639 Lewes, DE $180,286

Wilmington, DE $176,639 Dover, DE $178,531 Dover Afb, DE $178,944 Bethany Beach, DE $181,490 Bethel, DE $178,394 Bridgeville, DE $180,286 Camden Wyoming, DE $178,720 Cheswold, DE $178,118

Clayton, DE $177,671 Dagsboro, DE $181,490 Delmar, DE $178,394 Ellendale, DE $180,286 Felton, DE $180,286 Fenwick Island, DE $181,490 Frankford, DE $181,490 Frederica, DE $180,286

Georgetown, DE $180,286 Greenwood, DE $180,286 Harbeson, DE $180,286 Harrington, DE $180,286 Hartly, DE $177,585 Houston, DE $180,286 Kenton, DE $177,671 Laurel, DE $178,394

Yorklyn, DE $176,639

Lead Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Software Engineer'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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$164,031

Average $174,197/year

$188,311

$13,669

Average $14,516/month

$15,693

$3,154

Average $3,350/week

$3,621

$79

Average $84/hour

$91

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,311	$15,693	$3,621	$91
Average	$174,197	$14,516	$3,350	$84
25th Percentile	$164,031	$13,669	$3,154	$79

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