Research Software Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 22 certified filings
$137,971Avg. Salary
$81,600Minimum
$250,950Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Research Software Engineer is $137,971 — 14% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 22 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Research Software Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Research Software Engineer is $137,971 based on 22 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $81,600 to $250,950.
$137,971
Average
$81,600
Minimum
$250,950
Maximum
22
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Research Software Engineer
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois | $89,200 | 5 |
| Johns Hopkins University | $200,000 | 4 |
| The Trustees of Princeton University | $128,000 | 3 |
Section 2
Research Software Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Urbana, IL | $89,200 | 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: Software Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.