Distinguished Software Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 12 certified filings
$228,681Avg. Salary
$174,203Minimum
$307,410Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Distinguished Software Engineer is $228,681 — 88% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 12 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Distinguished Software Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Distinguished Software Engineer is $228,681 based on 12 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $174,203 to $307,410.
$228,681
Average
$174,203
Minimum
$307,410
Maximum
12
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Distinguished Software Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| WAL-MART ASSOCIATES, INC. | $184,761 | 5 |
Section 2
Related Roles
Software Developer IV ($135,856)
Software Engineer - Advanced ($131,979)
Senior IOS Engineer ($176,086)
Sr Staff Software Engineer ($192,880)
Software Engineer LMTS ($198,277)
Vice President, Full-Stack Engineer II ($159,915)
Senior Staff Software Applications Engineer ($181,640)
Senior Software Applications Engineer ($123,197)
Full Stack Developer III ($104,606)
iOS Engineer ($132,533)
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: Software Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.