Software Engineer vs System Engineer
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Software Engineer earns US$12,399 more per year — 17% above a System Engineer
| Salary | Software Engineer541 salaries | System Engineer12 salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Average | US$85,510 | US$73,111 |
| Bottom 10% | US$24,000 | US$9,996 |
| 25th percentile | US$42,000 | US$12,000 |
| Median | US$72,000 | US$90,000 |
| 75th percentile | US$120,000 | US$100,000 |
| Top 10% | US$159,996 | US$150,000 |
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