Hourly Wage for Chief Software Architect Salary in the United States

Hourly Wage for Chief Software Architect Salary

How much does a Chief Software Architect make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Chief Software Architect in the United States is $64 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $57 and $71. 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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Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief Software Architect Salary $51 US April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Chief Software Architect Salary $57 US April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Chief Software Architect Salary $64 US April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Chief Software Architect Salary $71 US April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Chief Software Architect Salary $78 US April 24, 2024
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    Software Architect III

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Chief Software Architect

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Software Architect V

    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

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57
71
64

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

 
 
 
59
77
67
These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Chief Software Architect in the United States. The average hourly rate for Chief Software Architect ranges from $57 to $71 with the average hourly pay of $64. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $59 to $77 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $67.

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