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Software Senior Developer

Average Software Senior Developer Salary

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$106,524
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$72k
MEDIAN
$107k
90%
$146k

The average salary for a Software Senior Developer is $106,524 in 2025

Base Salary
$72k - $146k
Bonus
$2k - $20k
Profit Sharing
$998 - $18k
Commission
$4k - $20k
Total Pay
$72k - $156k
Based on 7,913 salary profiles (last updated Oct 05 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Senior Developer

Medical
87%
Dental
78%
Vision
72%
None
13%

Gender Breakdown for Software Senior Developers

Male
86.7%
Female
12.6%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 4,213 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Software Senior Developers

What is the highest pay for Software Senior Developers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Software Senior Developer is $146k / year

What is the lowest pay for Software Senior Developers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Software Senior Developer is $72k / year

How can Software Senior Developers increase their salary?

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

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