As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Gresham, OR is $138,319, equivalent to $66 per hour, $2,660 weekly, or $11,527 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 Gresham, OR vary widely, spanning from $117,164 to $160,734. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($127,246) and 75th percentile ($150,052), while top earners (90th percentile) make $160,734 per year. This $22,806 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, Gresham Principal Software Engineer often earn 3.1% higher than national averages. However, Gresham currently ranks 233 statewide for Principal 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
Principal Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $117,164 Gresham, OR April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $127,246 Gresham, OR April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $138,319 Gresham, OR April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $150,052 Gresham, OR April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $160,734 Gresham, OR April 01, 2026
25% $127,246 10% $117,164 90% $160,734 75% $150,052 $138,319 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Software Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
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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 Gresham, OR. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $127,246 to $150,052 with the average base salary of $138,319. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $138,892 to $170,385 with the average total cash compensation of $153,872.

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