Principal software engineer: Average Salary in United Kingdom, 2026
Find out what the average Principal software engineer salary is
Salary rate
How much does a Principal software engineer make in United Kingdom?
£40,200/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
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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