Senior Linux Developer Salary & Pay Rates in United States

Market analysis based on live job data.

$118,952 Median Salary

Salary range based on experience level

Entry Level Median Senior / Expert
$100,843 $118,952 $189,981
Verified as of July 01, 2026

The median salary and typical pay rates for a Senior Linux Developer in United States is $118,952 per year as of July 2026, based on 65 active job listings. Entry-level roles typically start at $100,843, while senior specialists can earn up to $189,981. Equivalent contract day rates are approximately $1,040 per day.

Salary Trend

Salary distribution trend for jobs in United States citing Senior Linux Developer.

πŸ“Š Salary Histogram

Salary distribution for jobs citing Senior Linux Developer over the last 6 months in United States.

πŸ“Š Market Demand

Number of live job vacancies over time for Senior Linux Developer in United States.

Historical Market Data

Metric 2026 Same Period 2025 Same Period 2024
Rank 397 - -
Rank change year-on-year - - -
Permanent jobs citing Senior Linux Developer 65 0 0
As % of all permanent jobs in United States 0.12% 0.11% 0.10%
Number of salaries quoted 59 0 0
Entry Level $100,843
Junior $104,320
Median Salary $118,952
Median salary change vs last year - - -
Senior $145,732
Expert / Top Earners $189,981

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