Distinguished Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 38 certified filings
$236,895Avg. Salary
$148,949Minimum
$348,328Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Distinguished Engineer is $236,895 — 95% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 38 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Distinguished Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Distinguished Engineer is $236,895 based on 38 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $148,949 to $348,328.
$236,895
Average
$148,949
Minimum
$348,328
Maximum
38
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Distinguished Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Capital One Services, LLC | $216,504 | 17 |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | $261,166 | 3 |
Section 2
Distinguished Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose, CA | $262,102 | 5 |
| New York, NY | $247,112 | 5 |
| Mclean, VA | $227,845 | 5 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.