As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for architect software engineer in Winston Salem, NC is $150,248, equivalent to $72 per hour, $2,889 weekly, or $12,521 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 Winston Salem, NC vary widely, spanning from $127,813 to $169,163. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($138,505) and 75th percentile ($160,149), while top earners (90th percentile) make $169,163 per year. This $21,644 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, Winston Salem architect software engineer often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Winston Salem currently ranks 649 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 $127,813 Winston Salem, NC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $138,505 Winston Salem, NC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $150,248 Winston Salem, NC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $160,149 Winston Salem, NC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile architect software engineer Salary $169,163 Winston Salem, NC April 01, 2026
25% $138,505 10% $127,813 90% $169,163 75% $160,149 $150,248 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 Winston Salem, NC. The base salary for architect software engineer ranges from $138,505 to $160,149 with the average base salary of $150,248. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $154,876 to $197,344 with the average total cash compensation of $174,159.

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About Winston Salem, North Carolina    Winston-Salem is a city in and the county seat of Forsyth County, North Carolina, United States. With a 2019 estimated population of 251,907 it is the....More

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