As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Startup Software Engineer in Virginia State University, VA is $75,041, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,443 weekly, or $6,253 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Startup Software Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Startup Software Engineer in Virginia State University, VA vary widely, spanning from $62,917 to $85,818. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,695) and 75th percentile ($80,682), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,818 per year. This $11,987 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Python, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Virginia State University Startup Software Engineer often earn 3.7% lower than national averages. However, Virginia State University currently ranks 468 statewide for Startup Software 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
Startup Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $62,917 Virginia State University, VA July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $68,695 Virginia State University, VA July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $75,041 Virginia State University, VA July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $80,682 Virginia State University, VA July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Startup Software Engineer Salary $85,818 Virginia State University, VA July 01, 2026
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    Bachelor's Degree

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About Virginia State University, Virginia    Virginia State University (VSU), also known as Virginia State, is a historically black public land-grant university in Ettrick, Virginia. Founded on M....More

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