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Staff software engineer salary in Calgary, AB

How much does a Staff Software Engineer make in Calgary, AB?

Average base salary

$160,837
14%
below national average

The average salary for a staff software engineer is $160,837 per year in Calgary, AB. 16 salaries reported, updated at July 15, 2026

Staff Software Engineer job openings in Calgary, AB

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Staff Software Development Eng...
Wagepoint4out of 5 stars.
Calgary, AB
$180,000–$200,000 a year
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Staff Software Engineer in Calgary, AB

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$177,718per year
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Highest paying cities for Staff Software Engineers near Calgary, AB

  1. Victoria, BC
    $251,384 per year
  2. Hamilton, ON
    $204,474 per year
  3. Toronto, ON
    $193,298 per year
  4. Vancouver, BC
    $180,558 per year
  5. Markham, ON
    $174,230 per year

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How much do similar professions as Staff Software Engineer get paid in Calgary, AB?

Entry Level Software Engineer

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Average $74,153 per year

Junior Software Engineer

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Average $58,555 per year

Principal Software Engineer

Job openings
Average $192,590 per year

Senior Software Engineer

Job openings
Average $122,421 per year

Software Engineer

Job openings
Average $109,827 per year

Software Engineer Intern

Job openings
Average $26.45 per hour