As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for architect software engineer in Pennsylvania is $160,757, equivalent to $77 per hour, $3,091 weekly, or $13,396 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 Pennsylvania vary widely, spanning from $136,745 to $181,042. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($148,188) and 75th percentile ($171,375), while top earners (90th percentile) make $181,042 per year. This $23,187 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, Pennsylvania architect software engineer often earn 0.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 64 companies. However, Pennsylvania currently ranks 19 nationwide 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 $136,745 PA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $148,188 PA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $160,757 PA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $171,375 PA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $181,042 PA August 01, 2026
25% $148,188 10% $136,745 90% $181,042 75% $171,375 $160,757 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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Location Stroudsburg, PA Avg. Salary $181,342 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aaronsburg, PA Avg. Salary $168,881 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abbottstown, PA Avg. Salary $173,968 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abington, PA Avg. Salary $187,796 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ackermanville, PA Avg. Salary $184,341 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acme, PA Avg. Salary $167,349 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acosta, PA Avg. Salary $161,732 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adah, PA Avg. Salary $171,081 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adamsburg, PA Avg. Salary $172,675 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adamstown, PA Avg. Salary $177,134 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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