Principal software engineer: Average Salary in United Kingdom, 2026

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How much does a Principal software engineer make in United Kingdom?

£40,200/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average Principal software engineer in United Kingdom is £40,200 per year or £20.62 per hour. Entry-level positions start at £37,500 per year, while most experienced workers make up to £52,000 per year.

Median£40,200

Low£37,500

High£52,000

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Team Lead Software Engineer- Defence

Positiv Cohort LtdBolton, England, United Kingdom

Full-time

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Principal Software Engineer

PrattwhitneyManchester, England, United Kingdom

Full-time +1

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Remote Software Engineer

TuringBury, Greater Manchester, UK

Remote

Full-time

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Principal Structural Engineer

JAM Recruitment LtdBolton, ENG, GB

Temporary

Location: Manchester (Hybrid working, 3 to 4 days a week onsite).Rate: £400 to £490 per day (outside IR35).We are currently recruiting for a.This is an excellent opportunity to work on technically ...Show more