2025 U.S. Tech Salary Guide

Benchmarks for software, data/AI, cloud/devops, security, product, and UX. Use bands as a starting point; adjust for geo, level calibration, scarcity, and total rewards. For detailed bands by market, contact our team.

How to Use These Bands

  • Leveling: Align candidate scope-of-impact (feature, pillar, platform) to level before comping.
  • Geo: National-remote vs. high-cost hybrid markets can swing ±10–20%.
  • Work Model: On-site scarcity premiums exist for hard-to-fill locales/shifts.
  • Total Rewards: Equity, bonus targets, and benefits reshape offers; compare OTE not just base.
RoleLevelWork ModelLowMidHigh
Software Engineer (Full-Stack)MidRemote$105,000$130,000$160,000
Software Engineer (Full-Stack)SeniorHybrid$145,000$185,000$230,000
Backend Engineer (Node/Java)SeniorHybrid$150,000$190,000$240,000
Frontend Engineer (React)MidRemote$110,000$135,000$165,000
Staff Engineer (Platform)StaffHybrid$190,000$235,000$290,000
Data AnalystMidRemote$90,000$110,000$135,000
Analytics EngineerSeniorHybrid$135,000$165,000$200,000
Data Scientist (ML)SeniorHybrid$150,000$185,000$230,000
ML EngineerStaffHybrid$200,000$245,000$310,000
DevOps EngineerSeniorHybrid$140,000$175,000$215,000
SRESeniorHybrid$150,000$185,000$225,000
Security Engineer (AppSec)SeniorHybrid$155,000$190,000$235,000
Product ManagerMidHybrid$120,000$145,000$180,000
Senior Product ManagerSeniorHybrid$150,000$185,000$230,000
UX DesignerMidRemote$95,000$120,000$150,000
UX ResearcherSeniorHybrid$135,000$165,000$200,000

Disclaimer: Directional ranges for planning; not a promise or offer. Use with market data and internal parity checks.

Salary Guide FAQs

Do you provide city-specific bands?

Yes — we publish market cuts (e.g., Austin, Bay Area, NYC, Atlanta, Dallas). Contact us for a tailored sheet.

How often do bands change?

We review quarterly and after notable market shifts (macro, demand spikes, regulatory changes).

Can you advise on offers?

We help structure base/bonus/equity and close plans that align expectations and acceptance odds.

Do you publish non-tech guides?

Yes — see Finance, Healthcare, and Operations salary guides in Insights.

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