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      How much does Computer Software Engineer Systems Software make?

      Total pay range
      $141K - $215K/yr
      $173K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $114K - $165K/yrBase pay
      $27K - $50K/yrAdditional pay
      How accurate is a total pay range of $141K-$215K/yr?
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      Total pay trajectory

      Software Engineer
      $120K–$190K/yr
      Summer Intern Software Engineer
      $130K–$191K/yr
      Software Engineer IV
      $159K–$239K/yr

      About our data

      Last updated Apr 10, 2025142 Salaries submitted
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      Frequently asked questions about Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software salaries

      • The average salary for Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software is $172,971 per year or $83 per hour, with top earners making up to $259,454 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $141,146 (25th percentile) to $214,726 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 142 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software employees.
      • The highest salary for Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software is $214,726 per year, $17,894 per month or $103 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software is $141,146 per year, $11,762 per month or $68 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $150,072 per year (estimate) and goes up to $369,424 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.

      Recent salaries shared by Computer Software Engineer Systems Software

      2 salaries

      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Location
      Date submitted
      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Location
      Date submitted
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software
      |
      0-1 year
      $119K - $139K/yr
      Fairfax, VA

      submitted on May 3, 2022

      $119K - $139K/yr
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      Computer Software Engineer, Systems Software
      |
      1-3 years
      $39K - $45K/yr
      Louisville, KY

      submitted on Oct 6, 2021

      $39K - $45K/yr
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      Top paying industries

      The top paying industry for Computer Software Engineer Systems Software in United States is Information Technology with a median total pay of $141,138.

      Information Technology

      The top paying company in Information Technology for Computer Software Engineer Systems Software is Fujitsu.

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      Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.

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