Software Architect Salary and Equity in Seattle 2026

How much does a Software Architect expect to make at Seattle-based startups? The average expected salary for Software Architects in Seattle-based startups is 235k per year, with a range from 164k to 377k. These amounts were gathered from Wellfound self-reported data and represent the median salary range. The salary range for Software Architects in Seattle startups varies depending on factors such as industry, experience, skills, and startup stage.

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The average salary for a Software Architect in Seattle is $234,929, which is 68.9% higher than the average Seattle startup salary of$139,125. Software Architect salaries in Seattle are based on exclusive Wellfound data. All data is updated on a weekly basis. Factors that may influence salary include: years of experience, title, size of company, skill-set, and industry.

Top of market

$312,286/yr

Range $245k - $377k

Average

$234,929/yr

Range $210k - $280k

Below Average

$213,143/yr

Range $164k - $276k

Industries

The highest average salary a Software Architect in Seattle can get in Internet, that is $280,000. This pay is 1.1% higher than the average Software Architect salary in Seattle, which is $276,850. The highest-paying industries in 2023 are: Internet (avg $280,000 per year), E-Commerce (avg $280,000 per year), Customer Service (avg $280,000 per year).

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