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Associate Principal - Software Engineering

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$133K - $178K/yr

Saleforce Release Manager desiredideal profile below Position would be for one year Salesforce Certified Sharing and Visibility Architect Salesforce Certified Administrator Salesforce Certified ...

Toast is looking for a hands-on Principal Software Engineer to join the AI & Strategy Engineering ... Systems Architecture: Ability to design event-driven architectures and manage data flow across ...

Principals only; recruiters please don't contact this job poster. DO NOT contact us with ... Has knowledge in industry standards and best practices in software architecture and design.

Principals only; recruiters please don't contact this job poster. DO NOT contact us with ... Has knowledge in industry standards and best practices in software architecture and design.

Provide architectural and big picture oversight for development of new or enhanced software ... Entry-Level position within field. Requires little to no experience in discipline. Conducts ...

Provide architectural and big picture oversight for development of new or enhanced software ... Entry-Level position within field. Requires little to no experience in discipline. Conducts ...

Maintain a collaborative approach with Product Owners, Software Architects, DevOps, Security and UX engineers. * Be willing to share knowledge through proactive creation of wikis and documentation to ...

Engineering, Math, Computers Science, and/or Physics with entry level experience. * Must have an ... architecture, and documentation. * Plans, performs, and leads software design, coding, and testing.

Engineering, Math, Computers Science, and/or Physics with entry level experience. * Must have an ... architecture, and documentation. * Plans, performs, and leads software design, coding, and testing.

Strong software architecture skills, especially around APIs, contracts, orchestration, and system boundaries. * Practical understanding of LLM prompting, tool use, retrieval, structured outputs, and ...

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

As of Jun 9, 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.

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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Infographic showing various Entry Level Principal Software Architect job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $191,750 per year, or $92.2 per hour.