▼13%
C$144,291
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$87k
MEDIAN
CA$144k
90%
CA$207k
The average salary for a Senior Staff Engineer is C$144,291 in 2025
Base Salary
C$87k - C$207k
Bonus
C$17k - C$40k
Profit Sharing
C$0 - C$21k
Total Pay
C$87k - C$247k
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Staff Engineer
Medical
75%
Dental
88%
Vision
75%
None
13%
Gender Breakdown for Senior Staff Engineers
Male
60.0%
Female
40.0%
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FAQs About Senior Staff Engineers
What is the highest pay for Senior Staff Engineers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Staff Engineer is CA$207k / year
What is the lowest pay for Senior Staff Engineers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Staff Engineer is CA$87k / year
How can Senior Staff Engineers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Senior Staff Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Staff Engineer that oversees more junior Senior Staff Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.