As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Lehi, UT is $122,551, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,357 weekly, or $10,213 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 Lehi, UT vary widely, spanning from $103,808 to $142,411. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($112,740) and 75th percentile ($132,946), while top earners (90th percentile) make $142,411 per year. This $20,206 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, Lehi Principal Software Engineer often earn 3.2% lower than national averages. However, Lehi currently ranks 657 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 $103,808 Lehi, UT April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $112,740 Lehi, UT April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $122,551 Lehi, UT April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $132,946 Lehi, UT April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $142,411 Lehi, UT April 01, 2026
25% $112,740 10% $103,808 90% $142,411 75% $132,946 $122,551 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lehi, Utah    Lehi (/ˈliːhaɪ/ LEE-hy) is a city in Utah County, Utah, United States. It is named after Lehi, a prophet in the Book of Mormon. The population was 47,....More

Lehi, Utah  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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