Tech Lead Software Engineer

H-1B Salary Data · 12 certified filings

$169,613Avg. Salary
$136,136Minimum
$330,000Maximum

According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Tech Lead Software Engineer is $169,613 — 40% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 12 certified filings across all employers.

Section 1

What is the average H-1B salary for Tech Lead Software Engineer?

The average H-1B salary for Tech Lead Software Engineer is $169,613 based on 12 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $136,136 to $330,000.

$169,613
Average
$136,136
Minimum
$330,000
Maximum
12
Filings

Top Companies Hiring Tech Lead Software Engineer

CompanyAvg. SalaryFilings
Southwest Airlines Co. $150,581 10
Section 2

Tech Lead Software Engineer Salaries by City

CityAvg. SalaryFilings
Dallas, TX $150,581 10
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.