Lead Developer vs Software Engineer
Salary Comparison
Compare compensation between two roles side-by-side
Software Engineer earns US$9,025 more per year — 12% above a Lead Developer
| Salary | Lead Developer13 salaries | Software Engineer541 salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Average | US$76,485 | US$85,510 |
| Bottom 10% | US$6,000 | US$24,000 |
| 25th percentile | US$26,400 | US$42,000 |
| Median | US$80,000 | US$72,000 |
| 75th percentile | US$129,996 | US$120,000 |
| Top 10% | US$150,000 | US$159,996 |
Full Lead Developer salary report · Full Software Engineer salary report
Other Popular Comparisons
Get Your Personalized Salary Report
Upload your resume to see how your salary compares.
