As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for architect software engineer in Madison, WI is $159,078, equivalent to $76 per hour, $3,059 weekly, or $13,257 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for architect software engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for architect software engineer in Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $135,319 to $179,128. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($146,642) and 75th percentile ($169,573), while top earners (90th percentile) make $179,128 per year. This $22,931 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, Madison architect software engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 406 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 $135,319 Madison, WI June 01, 2026
25th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $146,642 Madison, WI June 01, 2026
50th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $159,078 Madison, WI June 01, 2026
75th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $169,573 Madison, WI June 01, 2026
90th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $179,128 Madison, WI June 01, 2026
25% $146,642 10% $135,319 90% $179,128 75% $169,573 $159,078 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is An architect software engineer ?

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 Madison, WI. The base salary for architect software engineer ranges from $146,642 to $169,573 with the average base salary of $159,078. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $164,826 to $210,020 with the average total cash compensation of $185,344.

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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

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