Principal Developer
H-1B Salary Data · 21 certified filings
$167,377Avg. Salary
$101,421Minimum
$270,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Principal Developer is $167,377 — 38% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 21 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Principal Developer?
The average H-1B salary for Principal Developer is $167,377 based on 21 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $101,421 to $270,000.
$167,377
Average
$101,421
Minimum
$270,000
Maximum
21
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Principal Developer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Epsilon Data Management LLC | $157,574 | 4 |
| InterSystems Corporation | $142,356 | 3 |
Section 2
Principal Developer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $171,814 | 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.