What are the main factors that influence a Cisco Software Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Cisco Software Engineer's salary?

A Cisco Software Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Package Designer II (2-4 years)earns $75,830, a Package Designer III (4-7 years)earns $96,984, a Cisco Software Engineer (7+ years)earns $118,407, a Package Design Manager (7+ years)earns $132,310, a Package Design Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $166,353,

What are the highest paying states for a Cisco Software Engineer?

Cisco Software Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cisco Software Engineer roles are District of Columbia $128,481, California $127,994, Massachusetts $126,288. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cisco Software Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Cisco Software Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Software Engineer III: $128,705; Cisco Engineer: $115,086; Software Engineer II: $105,086; Cisco Meraki Network Support Engineer: $86,347; Cisco Systems Engineer: $84,016.

Cisco Software Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cisco Software Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Cisco Software Engineer in Delaware is $117,782 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

However, a Cisco Software Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,732
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,818 to $127,701
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,747

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Cisco Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,701	$10,642	$2,456	$61
Average	$117,782	$9,815	$2,265	$57
25th Percentile	$107,818	$8,985	$2,073	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Cisco Software Engineer Salaries

A Cisco Software Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Cisco Software Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cisco Software Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $75,830
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,984
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,407
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,310
Expert (over 8 years): $166,353

Levels	Salary
Package D... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$75,830
Package D... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$96,984
Cisco Sof... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$118,407
Package D... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$132,310
Package D... Level Cisco Software Engineer	$166,353

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How Do Cisco Software Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Cisco Software Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $128,481.
California: $127,994.
Massachusetts: $126,288.

District of Columbia $128,481 California $127,994 Massachusetts $126,288 Washington $125,824 New Jersey $125,777 Alaska $125,615 Connecticut $124,014 New York $123,364

Hawaii $121,287 Rhode Island $120,312 Maryland $119,650 Minnesota $118,745 Colorado $118,397 Illinois $118,281 Oregon $117,840 Delaware $117,515

New Hampshire $117,311 Virginia $116,854 Pennsylvania $115,519 Nevada $114,846 North Dakota $114,626 Michigan $114,278 Wisconsin $114,150 Vermont $113,895

Texas $113,187 Maine $113,141 Arizona $113,071 Ohio $112,990 Georgia $111,922 Indiana $111,388 Wyoming $111,284 Utah $111,121

Iowa $111,052 Kansas $110,495 Louisiana $110,332 North Carolina $110,274 Missouri $110,251 Florida $109,799 Montana $109,555 Nebraska $109,323

Kentucky $109,195 South Carolina $108,731 Tennessee $108,441 Idaho $108,325 New Mexico $107,478 Oklahoma $107,292 Alabama $106,607 South Dakota $105,459

Arkansas $104,832 West Virginia $104,495 Mississippi $103,486

Top Paying Cities for Cisco Software Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $121,623
Little Creek: $120,498
Magnolia: $120,997

Lincoln, DE $121,623 Little Creek, DE $120,498 Magnolia, DE $120,997 Milford, DE $121,623 Marydel, DE $120,045 Millsboro, DE $121,623 Millville, DE $122,435 Milton, DE $121,623

Nassau, DE $121,623 Ocean View, DE $122,435 Rehoboth Beach, DE $122,435 Seaford, DE $120,347 Selbyville, DE $122,435 Smyrna, DE $119,906 Viola, DE $120,997 Woodside, DE $120,648

Bear, DE $119,024 Newark, DE $119,070 Claymont, DE $119,163 Delaware City, DE $119,070 Hockessin, DE $119,163 Kirkwood, DE $119,070 Middletown, DE $119,662 Montchanin, DE $119,163

New Castle, DE $119,163 Odessa, DE $119,825 Port Penn, DE $118,745 Rockland, DE $119,163 Saint Georges, DE $119,070 Townsend, DE $119,650 Winterthur, DE $119,163 Lewes, DE $121,623

Wilmington, DE $119,163 Dover, DE $120,440 Dover Afb, DE $120,718 Bethany Beach, DE $122,435 Bethel, DE $120,347 Bridgeville, DE $121,623 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,567 Cheswold, DE $120,161

Clayton, DE $119,859 Dagsboro, DE $122,435 Delmar, DE $120,347 Ellendale, DE $121,623 Felton, DE $121,623 Fenwick Island, DE $122,435 Frankford, DE $122,435 Frederica, DE $121,623

Georgetown, DE $121,623 Greenwood, DE $121,623 Harbeson, DE $121,623 Harrington, DE $121,623 Hartly, DE $119,801 Houston, DE $121,623 Kenton, DE $119,859 Laurel, DE $120,347

Yorklyn, DE $119,163

Cisco Software Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cisco Software Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$107,818

Average $117,782/year

$127,701

$8,985

Average $9,815/month

$10,642

$2,073

Average $2,265/week

$2,456

$52

Average $57/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,701	$10,642	$2,456	$61
Average	$117,782	$9,815	$2,265	$57
25th Percentile	$107,818	$8,985	$2,073	$52

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