Principal Systems/Software Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 13 certified filings
$183,145Avg. Salary
$148,000Minimum
$245,286Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Principal Systems/Software Engineer is $183,145 — 51% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 13 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Principal Systems/Software Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Principal Systems/Software Engineer is $183,145 based on 13 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $148,000 to $245,286.
$183,145
Average
$148,000
Minimum
$245,286
Maximum
13
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Principal Systems/Software Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | $183,144 | 13 |
Section 2
Principal Systems/Software Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose, CA | $214,315 | 6 |
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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.