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Lead Software Systems Engineer

Average Lead Software Systems Engineer Salary

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$121,823
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$86k
MEDIAN
$122k
90%
$161k

The average salary for a Lead Software Systems Engineer is $121,823 in 2025

Base Salary
$86k - $161k
Bonus
$2k - $23k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $24k
Total Pay
$87k - $173k
Based on 3,474 salary profiles (last updated Oct 04 2022)
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3.7 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Lead Software Systems Engineer

Medical
91%
Dental
84%
Vision
78%
None
9%

Gender Breakdown for Lead Software Systems Engineers

Male
87.6%
Female
11.6%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 2,022 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Lead Software Systems Engineers

What is the highest pay for Lead Software Systems Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Lead Software Systems Engineer is $161k / year

What is the lowest pay for Lead Software Systems Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Lead Software Systems Engineer is $86k / year

How can Lead Software Systems Engineers increase their salary?

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

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