How much does a Lead Software Engineer make in Charlotte, NC? The average Lead Software Engineer salary in Charlotte, NC is $159,536 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $145,013 and $177,944. 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

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Description. About VORTO. We are building software & platforms to make supply chains more economically and environmentally sustainable. As an engineer at VORTO
- 134 days ago
Description. About VORTO. We are building software & platforms to make supply chains more economically and environmentally sustainable. As an engineer at VORTO
- 136 days ago
SPECTRUM - GREENWOOD VILLAGE , CO
This posting has been extended beyond it's anticipated closing date. Spectrum's Product and Technology team creates, develops, and operates the nation's fastest
- 1 day ago
SPECTRUM - MARYLAND HEIGHTS , MO
TITLE. Software Engineer IV. LOCATION. Maryland Heights, MO. JOB SUMMARY. Analyze and develop Java solutions based on customer requirements. Design, develop, mo
- 1 day ago
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
- 21 days ago
BOEING - HAZELWOOD , 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
- 7 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Software Engineer in Charlotte, NC. The base salary for Lead Software Engineer ranges from $145,013 to $177,944 with the average base salary of $159,536. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $154,118 to $193,762 with the average total cash compensation of $171,474.

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About Charlotte, North Carolina    Charlotte (/ˈʃɑːrlət/) is the most populous city in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Located in the Piedmont, it is the county seat of Mecklenburg Co....More

Charlotte, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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