Staff Software Engineer Salary in 2026

Based on 36 salary-transparent job listings

$15,671 /year avg

Salary Range

Low

$80

Average

$15,671

High

$0

Avg: $15,671
$80$0

25th Percentile

$7,876

Median

$40

75th Percentile

$7,836

Job Count

36

Salary Distribution

$0 - $30K
29
$30K - $50K
1
$50K - $75K
1
$75K - $100K
3
$100K - $150K
2

Staff Software Engineer Salary by Experience Level

Experience Avg. Salary Listings
Mid Level $15,671 36

Staff Software Engineer Salary by City

City Avg. Salary Listings
Saint Paul $112,550 1
Mexico $96,000 1
Los Angeles $90,000 2
San Diego $81,300 1
Santa Monica $62,500 1
Sunnyvale $30,000 1
Boston $75 2
Foster City $75 1
Miami $75 1
San Francisco $75 3

Staff Software Engineer Salary by Employment Type

Full-Time

$15,671

36 listings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Staff Software Engineer salary?

The average Staff Software Engineer salary is $15,671 per year based on 36 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $80 to $0.

What is the highest paying city for Staff Software Engineer?

The highest paying city for Staff Software Engineer roles is Saint Paul with an average salary of $112,550.

How much does an entry level Staff Software Engineer make?

Entry level salary data for Staff Software Engineer is being collected. The overall average for this role is $15,671.

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