Lead Software Development Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 31 certified filings
$154,073Avg. Salary
$80,974Minimum
$194,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Lead Software Development Engineer is $154,073 — 27% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 31 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Lead Software Development Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Lead Software Development Engineer is $154,073 based on 31 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $80,974 to $194,000.
$154,073
Average
$80,974
Minimum
$194,000
Maximum
31
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Lead Software Development Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| United Parcel Service General Services, Co. | $160,192 | 11 |
| General Motors Financial Company, Inc. | $165,000 | 5 |
Section 2
Lead Software Development Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Parsippany, NJ | $165,208 | 10 |
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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: Software Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.