Principal Engineer salaries
Average salary
$237.9–381.1K/ year
25th percentile
$206K
75th percentile
$431.3K
Based on
27 jobs
Salary by seniority
| Level | Average | Board baseline | vs. board |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior | $230.3–383.2K | $192.8–290.9K | +27% |
| Director | $228.7–355.9K | $243.2–330.8K | +2% |
| Executive | $282.8–389.8K | $254.9–352.2K | +11% |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for Principal Engineer?
- The average salary for Principal Engineer is $237,919.00 – $381,148.00 per year, based on 27 job postings on this board that disclose pay.
- How is the salary figure for Principal Engineer calculated?
- These figures are aggregated from current and recent job postings on this board that disclose pay, then averaged across roles. They are estimates, not guarantees of compensation.