As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Altamont, UT is $127,890, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,459 weekly, or $10,658 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Software Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Principal Software Engineer in Altamont, UT vary widely, spanning from $108,331 to $148,616. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($117,652) and 75th percentile ($138,739), while top earners (90th percentile) make $148,616 per year. This $21,087 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, Altamont Principal Software Engineer often earn 1.0% 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 $108,331 Altamont, UT April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $117,652 Altamont, UT April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $127,890 Altamont, UT April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $138,739 Altamont, UT April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $148,616 Altamont, UT April 01, 2026
25% $117,652 10% $108,331 90% $148,616 75% $138,739 $127,890 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    2 - 4 years experience
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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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157539
142271
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 Altamont, UT. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $117,652 to $138,739 with the average base salary of $127,890. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $128,420 to $157,539 with the average total cash compensation of $142,271.

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About Altamont, Utah    Altamont is a town in Duchesne County, Utah, United States. The population was 225 at the 2010 census, an increase over the 2000 figure of 178. Accord....More

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