Software Lead Salary in Austin, TX

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How much does a Software Lead make in Austin, TX? The average Software Lead salary in Austin, TX is $135,742 as of September 01, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $119,283 and $152,699. Salary ranges 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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Avionics Senior Software Lead - FLRAA
GE Aerospace - Grand Rapids , MI
As the Software Tech Lead, you'll play a crucial role. You will spend approximately 75% of your time actively contributing to software development for the HAS, and you will spend approximately 25% of ...
TheMuse - 13 days ago
Lead Software Engineer (Production Support)
Lantern - Dallas , TX
Lead Software Engineer, Production Support As a Lead in our technology operations, you will be accountable for the successful delivery of software and related platform services for the EDH. In this ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Lead Software Engineer - C#/.NET Core (USC/GC only)
Noblesoft Solutions - New Castle , DE
TITLE: Lead C#/.NET Core Engineer LOCATION: New Castle, DE Fulltime Direct Hire Hybrid/3 days ... potential software solutions communicating risks and roadmaps, enhancing software running on ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Lead Software Engineer
Top Stack - Philadelphia , PA
Proven experience as a Technical Lead, Lead Developer, or similar role in software development teams. 7+ years development, 3+ years leadership experience. * Strong proficiency in ASP.Net, MVC, C# ...
LinkedIn - 7 days ago
Senior Lead Software Engineer
Election Systems & Software LLC - Gretna , NE
We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer who is looking to become a manager . As a Software Engineering Manager on the Product Development team, you will lead a team of talented developers as they ...
ZipRecruiter - 13 days ago
IOS Lead Software Architect/Developer
Source One Technical Solutions - Horsham , PA
Title: IOS Lead Software Architect/Developer (Contract) Pay Rate: $115/hr (W-2) Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Architect/Developer to lead the end-to-end ...
LinkedIn - 17 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Software Lead in Austin, TX

Average Base Salary

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119283
152699
135742

Average Total Cash Compensation

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126690
167488
145819
What is the average salary for Software Lead in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Software Lead in Austin, TX. The base salary for Software Lead ranges from $119,283 to $152,699 with the average base salary of $135,742. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $126,690 to $167,488 with the average total cash compensation of $145,819.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $135,742 $119,283 - $152,699
Bonus $10,077 $7,407 - $14,789
Total Pay $145,819 $126,690 - $167,488
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Software Lead Salary Near Austin, TX

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Round Rock, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $118,051 - $151,121 COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Killeen, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $109,553 - $140,243 COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Temple, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $108,849 - $139,342 COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE San Antonio, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $116,199 - $148,751 COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Waco, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $109,244 - $139,848 COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Houston, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,597 - $156,941 COMPARE TO Austin, TX
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