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Salary range based on experience level
The median salary and typical pay rates for a Principal Software Engineer in United States is $142,500 per year as of September 2026, based on 2 active job listings. Entry-level roles typically start at $142,500, while senior specialists can earn up to $198,000. Equivalent contract day rates are approximately $1,080 per day.
Salary distribution trend for jobs in United States citing Principal Software Engineer.
Salary distribution for jobs citing Principal Software Engineer over the last 6 months in United States.
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Number of live job vacancies over time for Principal Software Engineer in United States.
Breakdown of skills demanded for Principal Software Engineer roles grouped by domain taxonomy.
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