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Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer Salary

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Updated: 18 May 2013
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Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer 2013 Total Pay (?
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$66,733 - $132,175
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Bonus$0.00 - $14,794  
Profit Sharing$991 - $10,791  
Commission$0.00 - $2,315  
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$66,733 - $132,175  
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Country: United States | Currency: USD | Updated: 18 May 2013 | Individuals Reporting: 8,914

Job Description for Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer

Sr. software engineers/developers/programmers are in charge of a team of computer professionals who develop the different software programs sold by software companies or used by various businesses. As the head of this department, they must be able to solve problems that even the intelligent people whom they work with may not be able to handle. Their job is to lead a team in developing products that make work and everyday life easier for the general public or for business employees.
The sr. software engineer/developer/programmer is responsible for a group of people who must know how to read computer programming languages, which is a difficult task in itself. He or she is also responsible for learning how to use new software provided to them and then showing the team how it works. Sr. software engineers/developers/programmers also develop software with their team to sell to consumers or to use privately in the business that employs them. Their job is to know how the products that make work more efficient for people operates, and how to improve upon it and fix it when necessary. Sr. software engineers/developers/programmers generally work normal business hours in an office setting and have their own office. Work hours for this position are typical business hours, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oftentimes they are required to upgrade current software or develop new software that businesses use privately in their own network. This is for efficiency but is also for security reasons, as some businesses do not want their practices leaked when they may terminate an employee. Changing the software in the office on a regular basis is a defense against that problem. The sr. software engineer/developer/programmer reports to the information technology director when one is employed or the vice president or general manager.
Requirements for this position are usually a master's degree in computer science, computer programming, or information technology. Some make it to this position with a bachelor's degree. Several years of experience in this field are required, as well as the ability to lead.
The sr. software engineer/developer/programmer is a growing position in many industries today as computers are used more and more. It requires a technical yet creative mind, and a sr. software engineer/developer/programmer must be capable of solving difficult problems. Without this position, businesses would have a much more difficult time making any sense of the computer programs that they use.
Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer Tasks
  • Write code to create single-threaded or user interface event driven applications, either stand-alone and those which access servers or services.
  • Use source debuggers and visual development environments.
  • Test and document software for client applications.
  • Write, modify, and debug software for client applications.
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Companies and Industries for Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer Salaries

Popular Employers

Salary Range

Oracle Corp.$71,945 - $130,295
Microsoft Corp$96,040 - $130,573
Hewlett-Packard Company$65,889 - $125,423
Cisco Systems Inc$86,048 - $131,426
Lockheed Martin Corp$76,992 - $125,241
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Salary Range

Software Development$69,735 - $120,118
Financial Services$71,296 - $121,461
Information Technology (IT) Consulting$70,459 - $122,371
Telecommunications$72,601 - $122,866
Health Care$71,995 - $122,914

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Key Statistics for Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer Salaries and Jobs

Female
10%
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Male
90%
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Salary:$73,915 - $98,858 $78,219 - $106,249
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
0%
1-4 years
7%
5-9 years
37%
10-19 years
43%
20 years or more
12%
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 89% dental benefits Dental: 78%
vision benefits Vision: 64% employee benefits None: 9%

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Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer

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$66,733 - $132,175
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Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer
$41,957 - $95,795
Software Engineer
$48,899 - $105,113
Senior Software Engineer
$71,415 - $137,480
 
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Sr. Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer

Salary Range

$66,733 - $132,175
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$85,583 - $160,046
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$78,494 - $146,602
Software Architect
$72,102 - $148,342
 

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