How much does a Staff Software Engineer make in New York, NY? The average Staff Software Engineer salary in New York, NY is $153,691 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $139,886 and $168,900. 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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25% $139,886 10% $127,318 90% $182,747 75% $168,900 $153,691 50%(Median)
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Staff 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
- 132 days ago
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
The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) - ORLANDO , FL
This Staff Software Engineer position is a critical technology and leadership role, responsible for planning, designing, and developing software in the Workforc
- 4 days ago
The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) - BURBANK , CA
This Staff Software Engineer position is a critical technology and leadership role, responsible for planning, designing, and developing software in the Workforc
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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 Staff Software Engineer in New York, NY. The base salary for Staff Software Engineer ranges from $139,886 to $168,900 with the average base salary of $153,691. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $145,319 to $179,488 with the average total cash compensation of $161,432.

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