As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for sr developer in Phoenix, AZ is $137,661, equivalent to $66 per hour, $2,647 weekly, or $11,472 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 Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $119,285 to $155,559. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($128,042) and 75th percentile ($147,029), while top earners (90th percentile) make $155,559 per year. This $18,987 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, Phoenix sr developer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 394 statewide for sr developer 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
sr developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile sr developer Salary $119,285 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
25th Percentile sr developer Salary $128,042 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
50th Percentile sr developer Salary $137,661 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
75th Percentile sr developer Salary $147,029 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
90th Percentile sr developer Salary $155,559 Phoenix, AZ April 01, 2026
25% $128,042 10% $119,285 90% $155,559 75% $147,029 $137,661 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 Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for sr developer ranges from $128,042 to $147,029 with the average base salary of $137,661. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $142,768 to $175,198 with the average total cash compensation of $157,866.

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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

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