Hourly Wage for Software Data Engineer Salary in the United States

Software Data Engineer Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Software Data Engineer?

As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Software Data Engineer in the United States is $57. While Salary.com is seeing that the highest pay for Software Data Engineer in the US can go up to $66 and the lowest down to $48, but most earn between $52 and $62. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Software Data Engineer in the United States.

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Software Data Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Data Engineer Salary $48 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Data Engineer Salary $52 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Data Engineer Salary $57 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Data Engineer Salary $62 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Data Engineer Salary $66 US January 01, 2026
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What is A Software Data Engineer ?

A Software Data Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and architectures that facilitate the collection, storage, and analysis of large datasets. This role involves collaborating with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and ensure data quality and accessibility. Key responsibilities include developing ETL processes, optimizing database performance, and implementing data governance practices. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, along with experience in SQL and NoSQL d...

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
52
62
57

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
57
70
63
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Software Data Engineer in the United States. The average hourly rate for Software Data Engineer ranges from $52 to $62 with the average hourly pay of $57. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $57 to $70 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $63.

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