Hourly Wage for Software Architect VI Salary in the United States

Hourly Wage for Software Architect VI Salary

How much does a Software Architect VI make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Software Architect VI in the United States is $104 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $94 and $118. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Software Architect VI Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Architect VI Salary $85 US April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Software Architect VI Salary $94 US April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Software Architect VI Salary $104 US April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Software Architect VI Salary $118 US April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Software Architect VI Salary $130 US April 24, 2024
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Job Description for Software Architect VI

Software Architect VI is responsible for the structural design and development of new software systems or extensive software revisions for external customers. Analyzes software requirements and defines system components to ensure efficient and scalable software architecture. Being a Software Architect VI designs and implements software solutions to consider business and technical needs and ensures compatibility with existing systems. Creates and maintains architecture documentation such as design specifications and diagrams to guide future maintenance and development. Additionally, Software Architect VI works with non-technical stakeholders to analyze requirements and understand constraints, dependencies, and business needs. Has in-depth knowledge of software development processes and methodologies. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. To be a Software Architect VI typically requires 12+ years of related experience. Achievement and depth of knowledge of specialization or field is the main differentiator. Advisory role on complex and challenging projects and initiatives. Recognized for deep technical and industry knowledge and innovative thinking. Provides thought leadership and guidance to a functional area and the organization. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Software Architect VI

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Software Architect VI, the first career path typically starts with an Applications Programming Supervisor position, and then Applications Programming Manager.

The second career path typically starts with a Software Architect Supervisor position, and then progresses to Software Architect Manager.

Additionally, the third career path typically progresses to Mobile Applications Development Manager.

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Software Architect VI Pay Difference by Location

Software Architect VI salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Software Architect VI, the highest Software Architect VI salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Software Architect VI salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Software Architect VI salary is in Miami, FL, where the Software Architect VI salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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