Hourly Wage for Computer Software Engineer Salary in the United States

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How much does a Computer Software Engineer make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Computer Software Engineer in the United States is $36 as of April 26, 2022, but the salary range typically falls between $30 and $42. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Software Engineer / full-time / Reston, VA (Remote)
Russell Tobin - Reston , VA
Lead Software Engineer Location: Reston, VA (work-from-home at the moment) Permanent (full-time) ... Designs, codes, tests, develops, and documents application programs for computer systems. * Works ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Software Engineer / Remote
Kreative Technologies, LLC - Tysons Corner , VA
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline. Overview: Kreative Technologies is in search for a motivated Senior Software ...
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Senior Software Engineer (Remote)
NextGen Federal Systems - Richmond , VA
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Development, or related discipline * 6+ years of experience in the industry as a Software Engineer or Software Developer
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Software Engineer
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Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, system engineering, or a related field is required. Equivalent demonstrated ability may be considered. * Advanced skills in full stack ...
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Remote Software Engineer
NextGen Federal Systems - Norfolk , VA
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Development, or related discipline * 2+ years of experience in the industry as a Software Engineer or Software Developer
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Software Engineer (NASA NEN)
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Entry Level Software Engineer to Support NASA Near Earth Network (NEN) Join the NASA Wallops Flight ... Computing/computer science/computer engineering/cybersecurity Bachelor's level (4-year) accredited ...
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Understand the total hourly compensation opportunity for a Computer Software Engineer, hourly wage plus other pay elements

Average Hourly Wage

Core compensation

 
 
 
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36

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
31
42
37
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Computer Software Engineer in the United States. The average hourly rate for Computer Software Engineer ranges from $30 to $42 with the average hourly pay of $36. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $31 to $42 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $37.

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