Job title
Software System Engineer H-1B Salaries
91 certified H-1B filings · FY2016–FY2026 · median base $90k.
Median base
$90k
Middle 50%
$76k–$100k
Filings
91
Top sponsor
Quant Systems
Pay distribution
Base salary distribution
Whiskers reach P10–P90; the box is the P25–P75 interquartile range; the heavy line is the median. Base salary only.
By fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Filings | Median base |
|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | 1 | $106k |
| FY2025 | 7 | $98k |
| FY2024 | 6 | $84k |
| FY2023 | 4 | $76k |
| FY2022 | 5 | $99k |
| FY2021 | 11 | $88k |
| FY2020 | 19 | $100k |
| FY2019 | 12 | $95k |
| FY2018 | 12 | $84k |
| FY2017 | 3 | $73k |
| FY2016 | 11 | $65k |
Top H-1B sponsors of Software System Engineer
Frequently asked questions
- What is the median H-1B salary for a Software System Engineer?
- The median certified H-1B base salary for Software System Engineer is $90k (FY2026), from 91 filings. The middle 50% earn between $76k and $100k.
- Which companies sponsor the most H-1B Software System Engineers?
- The top H-1B sponsors for Software System Engineer are Quant Systems, Infinite Computer Solutions, Tek Leaders.
- Where are most H-1B Software System Engineer jobs located?
- The top worksite locations for H-1B Software System Engineer roles are Irving, TX, Austin, TX, Dallas, TX.
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