As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Jackson, MS is $117,521, equivalent to $57 per hour, $2,260 weekly, or $9,793 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Software Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Principal Software Engineer in Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $99,541 to $136,403. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($108,110) and 75th percentile ($127,405), while top earners (90th percentile) make $136,403 per year. This $19,295 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Jackson Principal Software Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 statewide for Principal Software Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Principal Software Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $99,541 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $108,110 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $117,521 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $127,405 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $136,403 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
25% $108,110 10% $99,541 90% $136,403 75% $127,405 $117,521 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

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