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Average Staff Software Engineer with Python Skills Salary at International Business Machines (IBM) Corp.

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$96,974
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$88k
MEDIAN
$97k
75%
$103k

The average salary for a Staff Software Engineer is $96,974 in 2025

Base Salary
$88k - $103k
Bonus
$0 - $600
Profit Sharing
$0 - $1k
Total Pay
$88k - $104k
Based on 7 salary profiles (last updated Aug 16 2019)
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Common Health Benefits for a Staff Software Engineer

Medical
86%
Dental
86%
Vision
57%
None
14%

Gender Breakdown for Staff Software Engineers

Male
71.4%
Female
28.6%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Staff Software Engineers

What is the highest pay for Staff Software Engineers?

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How can Staff Software Engineers increase their salary?

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

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