$87,205
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$65k
MEDIAN
$87k
90%
$128k
The average salary for a Lead Engineer 2 is $87,205 in 2025
Base Salary
$65k - $128k
Bonus
$1k - $15k
Profit Sharing
$982 - $12k
Commission
$5k - $33k
Total Pay
$64k - $133k
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Common Health Benefits for a Lead Engineer 2
Medical
91%
Dental
82%
Vision
74%
None
9%
Gender Breakdown for Lead Engineer 2s
Male
87.7%
Female
11.6%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 8,304 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Lead Engineer 2s
What is the highest pay for Lead Engineer 2s?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Lead Engineer 2 is $128k / year
What is the lowest pay for Lead Engineer 2s?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Lead Engineer 2 is $65k / year
How can Lead Engineer 2s increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Lead Engineer 2 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 Lead Engineer 2 that oversees more junior Lead Engineer 2s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.