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How much does Linux Software Engineer make?
Total pay range
$148K - $247K/yr
$190K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$114K - $185K/yrBase pay
$34K - $63K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 202521 Salaries submitted
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Recent salaries shared by Linux Software Engineer
4 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
Linux Software Engineer
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4-6 years
$115K/yr
($107K • $8K)
Houston, TX
submitted on Jun 1, 2023
$115K/yr
$107K • $8K
Linux Software Engineer
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1-3 years
$85K - $99K/yr
Houston, TX
submitted on May 22, 2022
$85K - $99K/yr
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Linux Software Engineer
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10-14 years
$148K - $172K/yr
San Jose, CA
submitted on Mar 8, 2021
$148K - $172K/yr
Linux Software Engineer
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10-14 years
$110K - $129K/yr
Dahlgren, VA
submitted on Mar 5, 2021
$110K - $129K/yr
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Frequently asked questions about Linux Software Engineer salaries
The average salary for Linux Software Engineer is $190,174 per year or $91 per hour, with top earners making up to $311,165 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $147,993 (25th percentile) to $247,467 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 21 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Linux Software Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Linux Software Engineer is $247,467 per year, $20,622 per month or $119 per hour.
The lowest salary for Linux Software Engineer is $147,993 per year, $12,333 per month or $71 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Linux Software Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $150,117 per year (estimate) and goes up to $369,503 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.