As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Full Stack Engineer in Addison, IL is $85,487, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,644 weekly, or $7,124 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Full Stack Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Principal Full Stack Engineer in Addison, IL vary widely, spanning from $68,425 to $101,632. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,556) and 75th percentile ($93,938), while top earners (90th percentile) make $101,632 per year. This $17,382 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Addison Principal Full Stack Engineer often earn 1.0% higher than national averages. 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
Principal Full Stack Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $68,425 Addison, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $76,556 Addison, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $85,487 Addison, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $93,938 Addison, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Full Stack Engineer Salary $101,632 Addison, IL January 01, 2026
25% $76,556 10% $68,425 90% $101,632 75% $93,938 $85,487 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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About Addison, Illinois    Addison is a village located in the Chicago Metropolitan Area, in DuPage County, Illinois, United States. The population was 36,942 at the 2010 census....More

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