As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Algorithmic Trader in San Jose, CA is $105,552, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,030 weekly, or $8,796 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Algorithmic Trader in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Algorithmic Trader in San Jose, CA vary widely, spanning from $74,299 to $135,178. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,193) and 75th percentile ($121,059), while top earners (90th percentile) make $135,178 per year. This $31,866 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Jose Algorithmic Trader often earn 14.4% higher than national averages. However, San Jose currently ranks 1 statewide for Algorithmic Trader job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Algorithmic Trader Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $74,299 San Jose, CA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $89,193 San Jose, CA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $105,552 San Jose, CA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $121,059 San Jose, CA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $135,178 San Jose, CA June 01, 2026
25% $89,193 10% $74,299 90% $135,178 75% $121,059 $105,552 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Algorithmic Trader

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
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