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Technical Specialist

Average Technical Specialist Salary in San Jose, California

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$131,823
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$81k
MEDIAN
$132k
90%
$171k

The average salary for a Technical Specialist is $131,823 in 2025

Base Salary
$81k - $171k
Bonus
$0 - $9k
Total Pay
$40k - $175k
Based on 15 salary profiles (last updated Sep 02 2022)
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What Do Technical Specialists Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Technical Specialist

Medical
78%
Dental
67%
Vision
56%
None
22%

Gender Breakdown for Technical Specialists

Male
83.3%
Female
16.7%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Technical Specialists

What is the highest pay for Technical Specialists in San Jose?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Technical Specialist in San Jose is $171k / year

What is the lowest pay for Technical Specialists in San Jose?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Technical Specialist in San Jose is $81k / year

How can Technical Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Technical Specialist 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 Technical Specialist that oversees more junior Technical Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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