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How much do software development architect jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for software development architect in the United States is $174,017.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,500.00 and $205,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do software development architects make a lot of money?

Software development architects typically earn high salaries due to their advanced technical skills, experience, and leadership responsibilities in designing complex software systems. Their compensation often includes base salary, bonuses, and benefits, reflecting their critical role in project success and technical strategy. Salaries can vary based on industry, location, and company size but generally are above average for software professionals.

What does a software development architect do?

A software development architect designs and oversees the technical structure of software projects, ensuring that systems are scalable, reliable, and meet business requirements. They evaluate technologies, create architecture diagrams, and collaborate with development teams to implement best practices and standards.

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Infographic showing various Software Development Architect job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $174,017 per year, or $83.7 per hour.

Software Development Architect (.net)

Scottsdale, AZ โ€ข On-site

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Company Description

Link Technologies is seeking a Software Development Architect for a well-established client in Scottsdale, AZ. Established in 2000, Link Technologies has provided professional services in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering, Business Support, Project Management, and Cyber Security/Information Assurance to some of America's top Corporations and Government Agencies at the Federal, State, and Local level.

Job Description

The Software Development Architect will be responsible for re-architecting our high-profile client's applications to convert into the cloud (Azure platform). The Software Development Architect will also work closely with a variety of stakeholders -- including product managers, software developers, quality assurance engineers and network operations engineers -- to assess scope and balance requirements while meeting quality standards. This hands-on Architect must have good experience leading teams (in-house and outsourced), looking at requirements and putting together estimates, setting priorities, and delivering on schedule similar conversion project.
Scope of Work
Re-architect, design and develop existing RESTful APIs to convert applications into a cloud (Azure) environment in ASP.net using object-oriented methodologies. Performs technical planning, architecture direction and standards
Assesses the compatibility and integration of technologies proposed as standards in order to ensure an integrated architecture across interdependent technologies
Provides documentation and procedures and methodologies for design, development, deployment, maintenance and monitoring
Provides leadership on best practices, methodologies, standards and conventions. Creates, manages, and promotes a unified, scalable architectural vision
Provides guidance and enterprise-wide influence leading to solutions that are well-engineered, highly scalable, maintainable, and delivered predictably

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

5+ Years' Experience in Software Architecture in a Microsoft environment
5+ Years' Experience in Cloud Computing: Azure, Greenfield, etc.
5+ years of experience building data-driven applications that leverage .NET framework, C# or related using object-oriented methodologies

Desired Experience

5+ Years' Experience Leading Teams of Architects and Engineers
Microsoft Azure Enterprise Architect, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert or Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist certification


Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.