As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Ogden, UT is $124,159, equivalent to $60 per hour, $2,388 weekly, or $10,347 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 Ogden, UT vary widely, spanning from $105,195 to $144,340. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($114,233) and 75th percentile ($134,723), while top earners (90th percentile) make $144,340 per year. This $20,490 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, Ogden Principal Software Engineer often earn 1.9% lower than national averages. However, Ogden currently ranks 600 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 $105,195 Ogden, UT June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $114,233 Ogden, UT June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $124,159 Ogden, UT June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $134,723 Ogden, UT June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $144,340 Ogden, UT June 01, 2026
25% $114,233 10% $105,195 90% $144,340 75% $134,723 $124,159 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 Ogden, UT. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $114,233 to $134,723 with the average base salary of $124,159. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $125,312 to $153,725 with the average total cash compensation of $138,827.

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