As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for architect software engineer in Houston, TX is $161,162, equivalent to $77 per hour, $3,099 weekly, or $13,430 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for architect software engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for architect software engineer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $137,098 to $181,451. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($148,566) and 75th percentile ($171,782), while top earners (90th percentile) make $181,451 per year. This $23,216 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Agile, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston architect software engineer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for architect software engineer 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
architect software engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $137,098 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $148,566 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $161,162 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $171,782 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $181,451 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25% $148,566 10% $137,098 90% $181,451 75% $171,782 $161,162 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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An Architect Software Engineer is responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of complex software systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to define system architecture, ensuring scalability, performance, and security. Key responsibilities include evaluating and selecting appropriate technologies, creating design specifications, and mentoring junior developers. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, along with proficiency in programming languages and frameworks. The salary for an Architect Software Engineer typically ranges from...

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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 architect software engineer in Houston, TX. The base salary for architect software engineer ranges from $148,566 to $171,782 with the average base salary of $161,162. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $166,127 to $211,679 with the average total cash compensation of $186,810.

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