Software Engineer vs Technical Writer
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Software Engineer earns US$40,875 more per year — 92% above a Technical Writer
| Salary | Software Engineer541 salaries | Technical Writer60 salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Average | US$85,510 | US$44,635 |
| Bottom 10% | US$24,000 | US$4,800 |
| 25th percentile | US$42,000 | US$12,000 |
| Median | US$72,000 | US$30,000 |
| 75th percentile | US$120,000 | US$60,000 |
| Top 10% | US$159,996 | US$90,000 |
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