As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Medford, OR is $131,021, equivalent to $63 per hour, $2,520 weekly, or $10,918 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 Medford, OR vary widely, spanning from $110,982 to $152,312. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($120,532) and 75th percentile ($142,166), while top earners (90th percentile) make $152,312 per year. This $21,634 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, Medford Principal Software Engineer often earn 2.4% lower than national averages. However, Medford currently ranks 379 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 $110,982 Medford, OR May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $120,532 Medford, OR May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $131,021 Medford, OR May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $142,166 Medford, OR May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $152,312 Medford, OR May 01, 2026
25% $120,532 10% $110,982 90% $152,312 75% $142,166 $131,021 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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    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 Medford, OR. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $120,532 to $142,166 with the average base salary of $131,021. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $131,896 to $161,801 with the average total cash compensation of $146,122.

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