As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for sr developer in Alameda, CA is $170,200, equivalent to $82 per hour, $3,273 weekly, or $14,183 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for sr developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for sr developer in Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $147,784 to $192,598. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($158,467) and 75th percentile ($181,924), while top earners (90th percentile) make $192,598 per year. This $23,457 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Open Source, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alameda sr developer often earn 10.7% higher than national averages. 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
sr developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile sr developer Salary $147,784 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile sr developer Salary $158,467 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile sr developer Salary $170,200 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile sr developer Salary $181,924 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile sr developer Salary $192,598 Alameda, CA January 01, 2026
25% $158,467 10% $147,784 90% $192,598 75% $181,924 $170,200 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A sr developer ?

A Senior Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications while ensuring high performance and responsiveness. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver innovative solutions. Key responsibilities include writing clean, scalable code, conducting code reviews, and mentoring junior developers. Proficiency in multiple programming languages, frameworks, and tools is essential, along with strong problem-solving skills. A solid understanding of software development methodologies, version control syst...

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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 sr developer in Alameda, CA. The base salary for sr developer ranges from $158,467 to $181,924 with the average base salary of $170,200. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $175,130 to $214,910 with the average total cash compensation of $193,652.

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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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