What is the salary range for Software Engineer in New York?

Software Engineer salaries in New York range from $150K to $400K, with a median of $225K. These figures are based on current job postings and may vary by company, experience level, and specific skills.

How can I earn a higher Software Engineer salary in New York?

To command a higher salary as a Software Engineer in New York, focus on developing in-demand skills like iOS, Python, TypeScript. Specialising in niche areas, obtaining relevant certifications, and building a track record of measurable impact can increase your market value by 20-40%. Additionally, companies at different stages (early startup vs. enterprise) offer different compensation structures.

Is New York a good market for Software Engineer professionals?

With 77 current openings, New York offers a strong and active market for Software Engineer professionals. The demand is driven by New York's growing tech ecosystem and the increasing need for skilled professionals across industries. Remote opportunities are also expanding the accessible job market.

Salary Guide · 2026

Software Engineer Salary in New York

Review the salary landscape for Software Engineer roles in New York. Compensation ranges from $150K to $400K with a median of $225K, compiled from 53 active job postings.

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Software Engineer Salary Range in New York

$225K

Median Salary

$150K

Minimum

$400K

Maximum

Based on 53 job postings with salary data

Open Positions

With Salary Data

$428K

Highest Avg. Salary

Top Paying Companies for Software Engineer in New York

Companies offering the highest average compensation for Software Engineer roles.

Company	Avg. Salary
Anthropic	$428K
Notion	$326K
D Decagon	$300K
D DriveWealth	$295K
Figma	$265K
Harvey	$264K
Waymo	$252K
S Squarespace	$242K

Skills That Command Higher Software Engineer Salary

Adding these skills to your profile can increase your earning potential.

iOSPythonTypeScriptGoCI/CD

Software Engineer Jobs in New York With Salary

Current openings showing employer-listed salary ranges.

Staff+ Software Engineer, EnterpriseAnthropic

$405,000 - $485,000/Year USD

San Francisco, CA, New York City, NY

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Staff Software Engineer, Onsite Customer GrowthAttentive Mobile

$205,000 - $275,000/Year USD

New York, NY

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Senior Software Engineer, ProductPave

$195,500 - $264,500/Year USD

San Francisco, CA & New York, NY

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Software Engineer, ProductPave

$141,100 - $190,900/Year USD

San Francisco, CA & New York, NY

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Software Engineer - ProductMercury

$122,400 - $158,400/Year USD

San Francisco, CA, New York, NY, Portland, OR,, Remote within Canada, United States

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Senior Software Engineer - Fullstack, US RemoteBrigit

$170,000 - $190,000/Year USD

NYC, New York, United States, Remote

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Software Engineer - Fullstack, US RemoteBrigit

$155,000 - $170,000/Year USD

NYC, New York, United States, Remote

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Senior Software Engineer - Python/TypescriptSpotOn

$160,000 - $190,000/Year USD

Chicago, Illinois, United States, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, Royal Oak, Michigan, United States, United States, New York, New York, United States, Chicago, IL, Remote, Raleigh, NC, Royal Oak, MI, Remote, United States, New York, NY

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Senior Software Engineer, Sensor Simulation PlatformWaymo

$213,000 - $263,000/Year USD

Mountain View, California, San Francisco, California, New York City, New York

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Manager, Software Engineer (AI)Vestwell

$195,000 - $205,000/Year USD

New York, NY, Austin, TX

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Software Engineer Salary in New York

Top Paying Companies for Software Engineer in New York

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