As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Principal Software Engineer in Troy, NY is $134,083, equivalent to $64 per hour, $2,579 weekly, or $11,174 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 Troy, NY vary widely, spanning from $113,570 to $155,626. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($123,346) and 75th percentile ($145,360), while top earners (90th percentile) make $155,626 per year. This $22,014 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, Troy Principal Software Engineer often earn 4.8% higher than national averages. However, Troy currently ranks 310 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 $113,570 Troy, NY May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $123,346 Troy, NY May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $134,083 Troy, NY May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $145,360 Troy, NY May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Principal Software Engineer Salary $155,626 Troy, NY May 18, 2021
25% $123,346 10% $113,570 90% $155,626 75% $145,360 $134,083 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Software Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Principal Software Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Software Engineer in Troy, NY. The base salary for Principal Software Engineer ranges from $123,346 to $145,360 with the average base salary of $134,083. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $131,698 to $162,854 with the average total cash compensation of $146,564.

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