Lead software engineer: Average Salary in Canada, 2026

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How much does a Lead software engineer make in Canada?

$120,668/ Annual
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The average Lead software engineer in Canada is $120,668 per year or $61.88 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $87,750 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $147,767 per year.

Median$120,668

Low$87,750

High$147,767

Lead software engineer: Average Salary in Canada

Ontario$110,675

Quebec$107,307

Nunavut$105,000

British Columbia$104,897

Northwest Territories$103,011

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