What is the hourly salary range of Principal Full Stack Engineer?

As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Principal Full Stack Engineer in the United States is $40. While Salary.com is seeing that Principal Full Stack Engineer salary in the US can go up to $47 or down to $32, but most earn between $36 and $44. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Full Stack Engineer in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Principal Full Stack Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $32 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $36 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $40 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $44 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $47 US January 01, 2026
25% $36 10% $32 90% $47 75% $44 $40 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A Principal Full Stack Engineer ?

The salary for a Principal Full Stack Engineer typically ranges from $120,000 to $180,000 annually, depending on factors such as experience, location, and the specific industry. This role requires expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies, along with strong leadership skills to guide development teams. Principal Full Stack Engineers are responsible for designing and implementing complex software solutions, ensuring high performance and responsiveness of applications. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions. Ad...

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Principal Full Stack Engineer in the United States. The average hourly rate for Principal Full Stack Engineer ranges from $36 to $44 with the average hourly pay of $40. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $37 to $49 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $42.

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