Senior Principal Engineer Software
H-1B Salary Data · 10 certified filings
$240,866Avg. Salary
$226,158Minimum
$256,033Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Senior Principal Engineer Software is $240,866 — 98% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 10 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Senior Principal Engineer Software?
The average H-1B salary for Senior Principal Engineer Software is $240,866 based on 10 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $226,158 to $256,033.
$240,866
Average
$226,158
Minimum
$256,033
Maximum
10
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Senior Principal Engineer Software
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Networks, Inc. | $240,866 | 10 |
Section 2
Senior Principal Engineer Software Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara, CA | $240,866 | 10 |
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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.