Staff Engineer - Software
H-1B Salary Data · 26 certified filings
$131,408Avg. Salary
$110,100Minimum
$148,949Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Staff Engineer - Software is $131,408 — 8% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 26 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Staff Engineer - Software?
The average H-1B salary for Staff Engineer - Software is $131,408 based on 26 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $110,100 to $148,949.
$131,408
Average
$110,100
Minimum
$148,949
Maximum
26
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Staff Engineer - Software
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| DISH Network LLC | $132,374 | 12 |
| Ignitarium Inc. | $122,500 | 4 |
| Dish Wireless LLC | $136,089 | 4 |
| DISH Network L.L.C. | $131,754 | 3 |
Section 2
Staff Engineer - Software Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Englewood, CO | $131,370 | 17 |
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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.