As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Sales Engineer in Minneapolis, MN is $87,549, equivalent to $42 per hour, $1,684 weekly, or $7,296 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Software Sales Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Software Sales Engineer in Minneapolis, MN vary widely, spanning from $75,073 to $106,075. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($81,019) and 75th percentile ($97,246), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,075 per year. This $16,227 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Presentation or Use Cases, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Minneapolis Software Sales Engineer often earn 2.1% higher than national averages. However, Minneapolis currently ranks 221 statewide for Software Sales 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
Software Sales Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Sales Engineer Salary $75,073 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Sales Engineer Salary $81,019 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Sales Engineer Salary $87,549 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Sales Engineer Salary $97,246 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Sales Engineer Salary $106,075 Minneapolis, MN September 01, 2026
25% $81,019 10% $75,073 90% $106,075 75% $97,246 $87,549 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Software Sales Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Sales Engineer II

    2 - 4 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 Software Sales Engineer in Minneapolis, MN. The base salary for Software Sales Engineer ranges from $81,019 to $97,246 with the average base salary of $87,549. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $85,622 to $106,013 with the average total cash compensation of $94,945.

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