Lead Software Developer Salary in New York, New York

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How much does a Lead Software Developer make in New York, NY? The average Lead Software Developer salary in New York, NY is $158,913 as of May 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $144,216 and $173,484. Salary ranges 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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Lead Software Engineer
BOEING - MARYLAND HEIGHTS , MO
Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s
- 28 days ago
Lead Software Developer with Security Clearance
Cornerstone Defense - ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION , MD
Title: Lead Software Developer Location: Annapolis Junction, MD *Clearance: *Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph needed to apply * Compensation Range: $225k - $245k Comp
- Today
Lead Software Developer with Security Clearance
Peraton - RESTON , VA
About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reache
- 1 day ago
Lead Software Developer with Security Clearance
Integral Federal - FORT BELVOIR , VA
Overview The Lead Software Developer has an agile and DevOps approach to design, development, and testing of TAMIS to ensure the rapid delivery of high quality
- 1 day ago
Lead CNO Software Developer with Security Clearance
ManTech International - AURORA , CO
ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Lead CNO Software Developer to join our team in Aurora, CO. Responsibilities include, but are not limite
- Today
NAVAIR Software Engineer/Developer, Lead with Security Clearance
American Systems Corporation - MELBOURNE , FL
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Inform
- 1 day ago

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