What are the main factors that influence a SDE II's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for SDE II?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for SDE II roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A SDE 's salary?

A SDE 's salary grows with experience: a Software Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $84,323, a SDE II (2-4 years)earns $108,516, a Software Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $132,894, a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $153,753, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $176,748,

What are the highest paying states for a SDE II?

SDE II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SDE II roles are District of Columbia $119,676, California $119,222, Massachusetts $117,633. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SDE roles make?

Salaries for SDE level roles vary by specialization: Mathematician II: $119,534; Landman II: $114,668; Biostatistician II: $108,976; Geophysicist II: $104,427; Physicist II: $92,225.

SDE II Salary in Delaware

How much does a SDE II make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a SDE II in Delaware is $109,462 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a SDE II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,019
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,525 to $122,316
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,209

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SDE II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,316	$10,193	$2,352	$59
Average	$109,462	$9,122	$2,105	$53
25th Percentile	$102,525	$8,544	$1,972	$49

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Key Factors That Influence SDE II Salaries

A SDE II'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 SDE II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a SDE II'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): $84,323
Early Career (1-2 years): $108,516
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $132,894
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $153,753
Expert (over 8 years): $176,748

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level SDE II	$84,323
SDE II Level SDE II	$108,516
Software ... Level SDE II	$132,894
Software ... Level SDE II	$153,753
Software ... Level SDE II	$176,748

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How Do SDE II 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 SDE IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,676.
California: $119,222.
Massachusetts: $117,633.

District of Columbia $119,676 California $119,222 Massachusetts $117,633 Washington $117,201 New Jersey $117,158 Alaska $117,006 Connecticut $115,515 New York $114,909

Hawaii $112,975 Rhode Island $112,067 Maryland $111,451 Minnesota $110,607 Colorado $110,283 Illinois $110,175 Oregon $109,764 Delaware $109,462

New Hampshire $109,271 Virginia $108,846 Pennsylvania $107,603 Nevada $106,976 North Dakota $106,770 Michigan $106,446 Wisconsin $106,327 Vermont $106,089

Texas $105,430 Maine $105,387 Arizona $105,322 Ohio $105,246 Georgia $104,252 Indiana $103,755 Wyoming $103,657 Utah $103,506

Iowa $103,441 Kansas $102,922 Louisiana $102,771 North Carolina $102,717 Missouri $102,695 Florida $102,274 Montana $102,047 Nebraska $101,831

Kentucky $101,712 South Carolina $101,279 Tennessee $101,009 Idaho $100,901 New Mexico $100,112 Oklahoma $99,939 Alabama $99,301 South Dakota $98,231

Arkansas $97,648 West Virginia $97,334 Mississippi $96,394

Top Paying Cities for SDE IIs

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: $108,969
Little Creek: $109,767
Magnolia: $109,609

Lincoln, DE $108,969 Little Creek, DE $109,767 Magnolia, DE $109,609 Milford, DE $109,246 Marydel, DE $109,425 Millsboro, DE $108,512 Millville, DE $108,679 Milton, DE $108,867

Nassau, DE $108,946 Ocean View, DE $108,661 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,869 Seaford, DE $108,931 Selbyville, DE $108,480 Smyrna, DE $109,842 Viola, DE $109,336 Woodside, DE $109,630

Bear, DE $109,377 Newark, DE $109,336 Claymont, DE $109,560 Delaware City, DE $109,446 Hockessin, DE $109,327 Kirkwood, DE $109,425 Middletown, DE $109,467 Montchanin, DE $109,351

New Castle, DE $109,368 Odessa, DE $109,521 Port Penn, DE $109,595 Rockland, DE $109,362 Saint Georges, DE $109,433 Townsend, DE $109,601 Winterthur, DE $109,375 Lewes, DE $108,909

Wilmington, DE $109,332 Dover, DE $109,767 Dover Afb, DE $109,188 Bethany Beach, DE $108,546 Bethel, DE $108,659 Bridgeville, DE $108,915 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,457 Cheswold, DE $109,731

Clayton, DE $109,734 Dagsboro, DE $108,471 Delmar, DE $108,297 Ellendale, DE $108,625 Felton, DE $109,237 Fenwick Island, DE $108,494 Frankford, DE $108,305 Frederica, DE $109,345

Georgetown, DE $108,429 Greenwood, DE $108,932 Harbeson, DE $108,545 Harrington, DE $109,099 Hartly, DE $109,438 Houston, DE $108,943 Kenton, DE $109,740 Laurel, DE $108,365

Yorklyn, DE $109,359

SDE II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For SDE II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, SDE positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view SDE II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a SDE II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$142,300	$68.0	30%
Internet	$136,827	$66.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$131,354	$63.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$125,881	$61.0	15%
Biotechnology	$120,408	$58.0	10%

SDE II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a SDE II'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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$102,525

Average $109,462/year

$122,316

$8,544

Average $9,122/month

$10,193

$1,972

Average $2,105/week

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$49

Average $53/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,316	$10,193	$2,352	$59
Average	$109,462	$9,122	$2,105	$53
25th Percentile	$102,525	$8,544	$1,972	$49

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