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Engineering Director

Average Experienced Engineering Director with Software Architecture Skills Salary

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$146,836
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$132k
MEDIAN
$147k
75%
$174k

The average salary for an Engineering Director is $146,836 in 2025

Base Salary
$132k - $174k
Bonus
$13k - $32k
Total Pay
$150k - $206k
(last updated Aug 06 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Engineering Director

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100%
Vision
100%

Gender Breakdown for Engineering Directors

Male
100.0%
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How can Engineering Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Engineering Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Engineering Director that oversees more junior Engineering Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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