Principal System Engineering
H-1B Salary Data · 30 certified filings
$182,617Avg. Salary
$164,000Minimum
$210,578Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Principal System Engineering is $182,617 — 50% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 30 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Principal System Engineering?
The average H-1B salary for Principal System Engineering is $182,617 based on 30 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $164,000 to $210,578.
$182,617
Average
$164,000
Minimum
$210,578
Maximum
30
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Principal System Engineering
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T SERVICES, INC. | $182,617 | 30 |
Section 2
Principal System Engineering Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Plano, TX | $184,406 | 14 |
| Alpharetta, GA | $175,385 | 7 |
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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.