Principal Software Engineer salaries
Average salary
$261.4–400.4K/ year
25th percentile
$248K
75th percentile
$431.3K
Based on
45 jobs
Salary by seniority
| Level | Average | Board baseline | vs. board |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior | $260.9–398.9K | $192.9–291K | +36% |
| Director | $272–431.3K | $243.2–330.7K | +23% |
| Executive | $257–388.5K | $254.9–352.2K | +6% |
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for Principal Software Engineer?
- The average salary for Principal Software Engineer is $261,395.00 – $400,370.00 per year, based on 45 job postings on this board that disclose pay.
- How is the salary figure for Principal Software 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.