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How much do entry level principal software architect jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level principal software architect in the United States is $191,750.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $147,500.00 and $233,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An entry-level principal software architect in the US typically earns between $100,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on location, industry, and company size. This role often requires strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and experience with software design and architecture tools.

What is the difference between Entry Level Principal Software Architect vs Senior Software Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Principal Software ArchitectSenior Software Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in CS or related field; certifications like TOGAF or cloud certificationsBachelor's or Master's in CS or related field; relevant certifications optional
Work EnvironmentDesigning architecture, high-level planning, collaborating with stakeholdersImplementing features, coding, debugging, and testing
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in enterprise, tech, and consulting firms for strategic rolesCommon across tech companies, startups, and software firms for development roles

The Entry Level Principal Software Architect focuses on high-level system design and strategic planning, often requiring certifications and experience in architecture frameworks. In contrast, a Senior Software Engineer primarily handles coding, implementation, and technical problem-solving. While both roles require strong technical skills, the architect role emphasizes design and stakeholder collaboration, whereas the senior engineer role is more hands-on with development tasks.

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On of our clients is looking for Software Architect – Consultant based  on following

The State of South Carolina is looking for a Software Architect - Consultant (Artificial Intelligence)

As an artificial intelligence (AI) subject-matter expert, this position will support OTIS and the State’s AI Center of Excellence by providing technical expertise for the evaluation and responsible implementation of AI solutions.

Work Location: Fully Remote with occasional onsite visits required.

Candidate Location: No South Carolina residency required. Open to nationwide candidates; must be able to work eastern time zone hours. All travel-related costs for onsite work will be the responsibility of the resource, regardless of the frequency of onsite work.”

Position Title:                 AI Contractor                                

Division: Office of Information Technology Services

Project Overview

This position will support Office of Technology and Information Services (OTIS) and the State’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence by providing technical expertise for the evaluation, design and responsible implementation of artificial intelligence solutions. The role will contribute to the development of secure architectures, reusable technical patterns, prototypes and feasibility assessments; evaluate AI products, platforms, tools, models and services; and support statewide validation and approval processes for AI use cases and vendors. The position will also assist agencies in identifying opportunities, understanding risks and implementing AI strategies that align with organizational goals, security requirements and statewide standards.

Background screenings required for all Admin postings:

7 year standard Background check

Credit history

Driving Record (MVR)

E-Verify

Sled Check

CJIS certification will be required for this position and processed by client 

Yes

Scope of the project:

As an artificial intelligence (AI) subject-matter expert, this position will support OTIS and the State’s AI Center of Excellence by providing technical expertise for the evaluation and responsible implementation of AI solutions. The role will assist state agencies and other government entities in assessing AI use cases, tools, risks and opportunities and developing secure, reusable technical approaches. The position will also contribute to statewide AI strategies and guidance that align with organizational goals and established governance, security and privacy requirements.

Daily Duties / Responsibilities:

1.  Support the development and implementation of AI strategies that align with organization’s goals and objectives

2.  Contribute to the AI review and approval process for use cases and vendors, ensuring they meet established compliance and operational requirements across the state.

3.  Support and promote the adoption of standardized AI processes.

4.  Support the State’s AI Center of Excellence by contributing technical expertise to the design of secure architectures, development of reusable technical patterns, use case development, prototyping, feasibility assessments and responsible implementation of AI solutions.

5.  Develop and maintain a high level of expertise in AI, positioning Office of Information Technology Services as a leader.

 

Required skills

(Please ensure candidate’s relevant experience is listed with appropriate supporting documentation)

• 1 year of proven experience with establishing proof of concept success criteria and evaluating AI solutions against criteria

• 2 years of hands-on experience with ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and comparable generative AI platforms.

• 2 years of experience designing and implementing AI agents and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions.

• 1 year of experience using AI-assisted coding tools to accelerate development, testing, debugging, and documentation.

• 1 year of experience defining AI use case success criteria, key performance indicators (KPIs) and production monitoring measures for AI use cases.

• 1 year of experience building dashboards and reporting for AI adoption, performance, cost, risk, and operational outcomes.

• 1 year of hands-on experience integrating AI capabilities with Azure and AWS.

Preferred Skills

•  Background in a variety of programming languages and principals.

•  Familiarity with the foundations of artificial neural networks (ANNs), transformers, natural language processing, image classification and time-series data.

•  Experience with data tools and techniques for storing, retrieving, and cleaning data.

Required Education:

Undergraduate degree in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence or related field required; advanced degree preferred.

 

OTHER SKILLS/DUTIES:

• Strong communication and knowledge-transfer skills.

•  Advanced report writing ability.

•  Excellent communication skills and relevant public speaking.

•  Experience working on complex projects.

Swati Bhardwaj

Digitek Software, Inc.

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