As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Sr Devops Engineer in Washington, DC is $177,775, equivalent to $85 per hour, $3,419 weekly, or $14,815 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Sr Devops Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Sr Devops Engineer in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $154,362 to $201,171. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($165,520) and 75th percentile ($190,022), while top earners (90th percentile) make $201,171 per year. This $24,502 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, Washington Sr Devops Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 statewide for Sr Devops 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
Sr Devops Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $154,362 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $165,520 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $177,775 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $190,022 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Sr Devops Engineer Salary $201,171 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25% $165,520 10% $154,362 90% $201,171 75% $190,022 $177,775 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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