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Software Developers Salaries
in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $75.89 – $83.48
Average Annual Pay
Range: $157,851 – $173,636
Salaries for Software Developers near San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad
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Alabama, AL
$59.25
25.6%Lower than Software Developers in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Alaska, AK
$67.11
15.8%Lower than Software Developers in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Arizona, AZ
$67.21
15.7%Lower than Software Developers in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Arkansas, AR
$50.67
36.4%Lower than Software Developers in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
California, CA
$93.77
17.7%Higher than Software Developers in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
How much do Software Developers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$67.73/hr
Range: $64.51 - $70.96
Annual Rate
$140,882
Range: $134,173 - $147,591
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$79.68/hr
Range: $75.89 - $83.48
Annual Rate
$165,744
Range: $157,851 - $173,636
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$91.63/hr
Range: $87.27 - $96.00
Annual Rate
$190,606
Range: $181,529 - $199,681
Software Developers job description
Software Developers professionals are essential to modern business operations, designing, developing, and maintaining technology solutions. They work across industries to create efficient systems and solve complex technical challenges.
- •Design and develop technical solutions
- •Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
- •Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- •Document technical specifications
- •Stay current with emerging technologies
- •Ensure system security and performance
- •Programming and technical expertise
- •Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- •Communication and collaboration
- •Project management
- •Continuous learning
- •Attention to detail
- •Degree in Computer Science or related field
- •Relevant technical certifications
- •Portfolio of projects preferred
- •Strong analytical skills

