As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Ace, TX is $120,330, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,314 weekly, or $10,028 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Software Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Principal Software Engineer in Ace, TX vary widely, spanning from $101,951 to $139,888. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($110,710) and 75th percentile ($130,568), while top earners (90th percentile) make $139,888 per year. This $19,858 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, Ace Principal Software Engineer often earn 6.7% lower 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 Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $101,951 Ace, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $110,710 Ace, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $120,330 Ace, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $130,568 Ace, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $139,888 Ace, TX June 01, 2026
25% $110,710 10% $101,951 90% $139,888 75% $130,568 $120,330 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Software Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Principal Software Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Principal Software Engineer in Ace, TX. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $110,710 to $130,568 with the average base salary of $120,330. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $121,448 to $148,984 with the average total cash compensation of $134,546.

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About Ace, Texas    Ace is an unincorporated community in Polk County, Texas, United States. According to the Handbook of Texas, the community had an estimated population....More

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