As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Williston, VT is $133,427, equivalent to $64 per hour, $2,566 weekly, or $11,119 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 Williston, VT vary widely, spanning from $113,047 to $155,114. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($122,760) and 75th percentile ($144,779), while top earners (90th percentile) make $155,114 per year. This $22,019 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, Williston Principal Software Engineer often earn 2.9% higher than national averages. However, Williston currently ranks 308 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 $113,047 Williston, VT June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $122,760 Williston, VT June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $133,427 Williston, VT June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $144,779 Williston, VT June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $155,114 Williston, VT June 01, 2026
25% $122,760 10% $113,047 90% $155,114 75% $144,779 $133,427 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 Williston, VT. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $122,760 to $144,779 with the average base salary of $133,427. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $134,666 to $165,199 with the average total cash compensation of $149,190.

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