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Remote Software Engineer Salary – updated October 2026

The average salary for remote software engineer is $100,000 per year. This is based on data from 6483 job openings.

Where do you get the data from?

Data is based on 6483 job openings.

How much does a Software Engineer make?

The salary range for software engineer is anywhere between $60,000 to $170,000 per year.

Can you provide a breakdown of salary data by years of experience?

Below is a breakdown of salary data by years of experience:

Experience Minimum salary Average salary Maximum salary
Entry Level Software Engineer (0-1 years) $60,000 $70,000 $80,000
Junior Software Engineer (2-4 years) $80,000 $95,000 $110,000
Senior Level Software Engineer (5-9 years) $110,000 $125,000 $140,000
Lead Level Software Engineer (10+ years) $140,000 $155,000 $170,000
* Data is based on 6483 job openings.

What is the salary range for remote Entry-Level Software Engineer?

The salary range for entry-level software engineer is between $60,000 and $80,000 per year.

What is the salary range for remote Senior-Level Software Engineer?

The salary range for senior-level software engineer is between $110,000 and $140,000 per year.

Can Software Engineer be fully remote?

Yes, Software Engineer positions can be fully remote. Companies such as Modelit, Liquid XR, Prompt.io Inc. are hiring remotely for Software Engineer. Check out the latest remote Software Engineer job openings below.

Are there any remote job openings for Software Engineer?

Yes, there are 6483 remote job openings:

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