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Senior Software Engineer

Average Experienced Senior Software Engineer with Ruby on Rails Skills Salary in New Zealand

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NZ$110,000
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Avg. Base Salary (NZD)
25%
NZ$99k
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NZ$110k
75%
NZ$125k

The average salary for a Senior Software Engineer is NZ$110,000 in 2025

Base Salary
NZ$99k - NZ$125k
Total Pay
NZ$99k - NZ$125k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Aug 31 2022)
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What Do Senior Software Engineers Do?

Senior Software Engineer Tasks
  • Test and document software for client applications.
  • Guide and review work of junior engineers.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications and help manage project priorities and timelines.
  • Write, modify, and debug software for client applications.
  • Use source debuggers and visual development environments.
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Software Engineer

Medical
17%
None
83%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Software Engineers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Software Engineers

What is the highest pay for Senior Software Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Software Engineer is NZ$NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Software Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Software Engineer is NZ$NaN / year

How can Senior Software Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Software 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 Software Engineer that oversees more junior Senior Software Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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