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Lead software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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Salary rate
How much does a Lead software engineer make in United States of America?
$119,313/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Lead software engineer in United States of America is $119,313 per year or $60.38 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $90,766 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $148,449 per year.
Median$119,313
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Low$90,766
High$148,449
Lead software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America
California$132,076
Maryland$129,510
Virginia$126,295
Washington$119,636
New York$116,905
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