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Salary range based on experience level
The median salary and typical pay rates for a Principal Software Engineer in Canada is C$190,000 per year as of October 2026, based on 1 active job listings. Entry-level roles typically start at C$165,000, while senior specialists can earn up to C$198,800. Equivalent contract day rates are approximately C$1,080 per day.
Salary distribution trend for jobs in Canada citing Principal Software Engineer.
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Salary distribution for jobs citing Principal Software Engineer over the last 6 months in Canada.
Number of live job vacancies over time for Principal Software Engineer in Canada.
Breakdown of skills demanded for Principal Software Engineer roles grouped by domain taxonomy.
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