Lead Software Engineering
H-1B Salary Data · 99 certified filings
$163,538Avg. Salary
$143,800Minimum
$195,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Lead Software Engineering is $163,538 — 35% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 99 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Lead Software Engineering?
The average H-1B salary for Lead Software Engineering is $163,538 based on 99 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $143,800 to $195,000.
$163,538
Average
$143,800
Minimum
$195,000
Maximum
99
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Lead Software Engineering
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T SERVICES, INC. | $163,752 | 96 |
| CRICKET WIRELESS, LLC | $156,666 | 3 |
Section 2
Lead Software Engineering Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Oakton, VA | $175,000 | 5 |
| Bothell, WA | $173,096 | 14 |
| Plano, TX | $162,974 | 45 |
| Dallas, TX | $161,234 | 10 |
| Alpharetta, GA | $157,021 | 13 |
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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.