Principal software engineer: Average Salary in Oakland, CA, 2026

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How much does a Principal software engineer make in Oakland, CA?

$139,745/ Annual
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The average Principal software engineer in Oakland, CA is $139,745 per year or $70.72 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $101,875 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $184,275 per year.

Median$139,745

Low$101,875

High$184,275

Principal software engineer: Average Salary in United States of America

California$142,925

Maryland$136,812

Washington$136,611

Virginia$135,537

New York$127,533

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