Principal software engineer: Average Salary in Canada, 2026

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How much does a Principal software engineer make in Canada?

$120,668/ Annual
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The average Principal 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

Principal software engineer: Average Salary in Canada

Ontario$119,622

British Columbia$117,321

Alberta$112,010

Northwest Territories$110,292

Nunavut$105,300

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