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Senior Development Lead

Average Senior Development Lead Salary

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$97,790
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$68k
MEDIAN
$98k
90%
$139k

The average salary for a Senior Development Lead is $97,790 in 2025

Base Salary
$68k - $139k
Bonus
$1k - $17k
Profit Sharing
$631 - $13k
Commission
$0 - $1k
Total Pay
$67k - $149k
Based on 1,412 salary profiles (last updated Oct 05 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Development Lead

Medical
88%
Dental
79%
Vision
71%
None
12%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Development Leads

Male
81.3%
Female
17.4%
Prefer to self-define
1.3%
This data is based on 866 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Development Leads

What is the highest pay for Senior Development Leads?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Development Lead is $139k / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Development Leads?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Development Lead is $68k / year

How can Senior Development Leads increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Development Lead 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 Development Lead that oversees more junior Senior Development Leads, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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