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IT Engineer Salary by Level (2026)

IT Engineer Salary by Level (2026)

IT Engineer salaries range from $140K (Mid) to $160K (Senior), based on 301 public job postings (2025–2026).

IT Engineer Salary by Level (2026)

Complete salary progression from Mid to Senior. Based on 301 public job postings.

📊 Salary by Level

LevelMedianRangePostings
Mid$140K$114K–$172K182
Senior$160K$140K–$210K119

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  • Mid → Senior: +$20K (+14%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary progression for a IT Engineer?

IT Engineer salaries range from $140K at the Mid level to $160K at the Senior level, based on 301 public job postings.

How many years of experience does it take to reach Senior IT Engineer?

Most Senior IT Engineer roles at AI-native and high-growth companies require 5–8 years of experience. Staff-level roles typically require 8–12+ years.

Where does this IT Engineer salary data come from?

Public job postings on company career pages — no private placement or client data. Minimum 15 postings required per level.

Methodology

USD base salary aggregated from 301 public job postings (2025–2026). Range = 25th–75th percentile; median = 50th percentile. Minimum 15 postings required per level. Last refreshed June 10, 2026.

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