Software Engineer
Design, develop, and maintain software applications and systems.
$124K
Median Salary
25%
Job Growth
$78K
Entry Salary
$168K
Senior Salary
Education:Bachelor's in Computer ScienceOutlook:Much faster than averageWork:Office/RemoteCategory:Technology
Salary Estimator
Entry (0 yr)Mid (10 yr)Senior (20 yr)
$78,000
Entry Level
$100,500
Your Estimate
$168,000
Senior Level
Salary Range
$78K$124K median$168K
Key Skills
PythonJavaScriptSystem DesignData Structures
Recommended Certifications
- 1AWS Certified
- 2Google Cloud Professional
Top Employers
GoogleMicrosoftAmazonMeta
Education Path
To pursue a career as a Software Engineer, you will typically need: Bachelor's in Computer Science.
With 25% projected job growth, this is one of the fastest-growing careers in the Technology field. Investing in education now can yield significant returns.
Data Sources: Salary data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (2024–2025 edition). Job growth projections are 10-year estimates (2023–2033). Last updated March 2026.
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