Lead Developer vs Software Developer
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Lead Developer earns US$20,035 more per year — 35% above a Software Developer
| Salary | Lead Developer13 salaries | Software Developer111 salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Average | US$76,485 | US$56,450 |
| Bottom 10% | US$6,000 | US$9,300 |
| 25th percentile | US$26,400 | US$21,600 |
| Median | US$80,000 | US$48,000 |
| 75th percentile | US$129,996 | US$66,000 |
| Top 10% | US$150,000 | US$108,000 |
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